US Bridges

US 190 over Caney Creek Relief

Fair

Newton County, Texas · 1.30 MI SE of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760024405042

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
171 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,230
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Caney Creek Relief is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Caney Creek Relief in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 89 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 3,230 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,070 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesCaney Creek Relief
Location1.30 MI SE of SH 87
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.83572, -93.75592
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 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 rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,230 (2022)
Projected traffic4,070 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Caney Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is US 190 over Caney Creek Relief 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 190 over Caney Creek Relief carry?

About 3,230 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Caney Creek Relief?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Caney Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.