US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek
FairSan Saba County, Texas · 2.75 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 232060027204027
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,259
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 85 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 6 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 2,259 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,340 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 190 over Barnett Springs 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek carry?
About 2,259 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 190 over Barnett Springs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.