US 190 over Bear Creek
FairPolk County, Texas · 0.85 MI E of FM 2500 · Structure no. 111870021305080
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 300 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,766
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 190 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 190 over Bear Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1983, 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 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 7,766 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,840 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 190 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US 190 over Bear 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 190 over Bear Creek carry?
About 7,766 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 190 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 190 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.