US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek
FairTravis County, Texas · 0.35 MI SW of US 183 · Structure no. 142270011401074
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,320
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1961, 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 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 19,320 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,900 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 290 WB over Little Walnut 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek carry?
About 19,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 WB over Little Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.