South Congress Ave over US 290
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.90 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270011313203
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 192 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Congress Ave over US 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Congress Ave over US 290 in Travis 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,960 by 2031. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Congress Ave over US 290 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Congress Ave over US 290 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 2022.
How much traffic does South Congress Ave over US 290 carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is South Congress Ave over US 290?
The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns South Congress Ave over US 290?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.