US Bridges

US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.35 MI SW of US 183 · Structure no. 142270011401096

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,036
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 59 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 5,036 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,900 by 2033. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 290 EB
CrossesLittle Walnut Creek
Location0.35 MI SW of US 183
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.32352, -97.67881
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,036 (2023)
Projected traffic23,900 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 290 EB over Little Walnut 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek carry?

About 5,036 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 EB over Little Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.