US Bridges

US 90 over Chacon Creek

Fair

Medina County, Texas · 28.91 MI from Uvalde C/L · Structure no. 151630002406093

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

About this bridge

US 90 over Chacon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Chacon 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 11,772 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,840 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesChacon Creek
Location28.91 MI from Uvalde C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyMedina County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.34883, -98.94197
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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
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 spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 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 structure5
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$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Chacon 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 Chacon Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Chacon Creek carry?

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

How long is US 90 over Chacon Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 90 over Chacon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.