US Bridges

US 190 over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Polk County, Texas · 0.25 MI W of FM 2500 · Structure no. 111870021305107

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
560 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
7,589
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Big Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Big Sandy Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 7,589 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,760 by 2033. The structure is 560 ft (170.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location0.25 MI W of FM 2500
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates30.71614, -94.71716
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length560 ft (170.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,589 (2019)
Projected traffic6,760 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 190 over Big Sandy Creek 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 Sandy Creek carry?

About 7,589 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 560 ft (170.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.