US Bridges

US 190 over Foards Branch

Fair

Madison County, Texas · 3.7 MI E of FM 39 · Structure no. 171540011704023

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,623
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Foards Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Foards Branch in Madison County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,623 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,959 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 190
CrossesFoards Branch
Location3.7 MI E of FM 39
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyMadison County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.91985, -96.05173
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,623 (2020)
Projected traffic6,959 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Foards Branch built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is US 190 over Foards Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 over Foards Branch carry?

About 5,623 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Foards Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Foards Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.