US Bridges

US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief

Good

Newton County, Texas · 5.00 MI E of Jasper C/L · Structure no. 201760024404052

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
243 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
3,237
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 70 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 3,237 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,338 by 2042. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesBig Cow Creek Relief
Location5.00 MI E of Jasper C/L
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.85192, -93.80141
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length243 ft (74.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,237 (2022)
Projected traffic4,338 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Big Cow Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief carry?

About 3,237 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief?

The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Big Cow Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.