US Bridges

US 90 over San Francisco Creek

Good

Medina County, Texas · 5.4 MI West of Medina Riv · Structure no. 151630002406092

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,772
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over San Francisco Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over San Francisco Creek in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,772 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,840 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesSan Francisco Creek
Location5.4 MI West of Medina Riv
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.34871, -98.96253
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,772 (2020)
Projected traffic17,840 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over San Francisco Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 90 over San Francisco Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over San Francisco Creek carry?

About 11,772 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over San Francisco Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 90 over San Francisco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.