US Bridges

US 90 over Dry Creek Branch

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 5.40 MI W of Terrell C/L · Structure no. 061860002106107

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
348
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Dry Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Dry Creek Branch in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, 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 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 348 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDry Creek Branch
Location5.40 MI W of Terrell C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates30.16283, -102.64948
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic348 (2022)
Projected traffic460 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed70.2 mi (113 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 90 over Dry Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 90 over Dry Creek Branch 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 Dry Creek Branch carry?

About 348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Dry Creek Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Dry Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.