US Bridges

US 190 over Dry Creek Draw

Good

San Saba County, Texas · 3.65 MI E of FM 45 · Structure no. 232060027203051

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,494
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over Dry Creek Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 190 over Dry Creek Draw in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 71 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 2,494 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,590 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 190
CrossesDry Creek Draw
Location3.65 MI E of FM 45
RouteU.S. Route 190
StateTexas
Coordinates31.23819, -98.89584
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,494 (2020)
Projected traffic2,590 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 Dry Creek Draw built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 190 over Dry Creek Draw 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 over Dry Creek Draw carry?

About 2,494 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over Dry Creek Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over Dry Creek Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.