US Bridges

US 290 EB over Cameron RD

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.70 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270011401108

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,893
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 EB over Cameron RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 EB over Cameron RD in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 29,893 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,320 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 54 ft wide.

CarriesUS 290 EB
CrossesCameron RD
Location0.70 MI E of IH 35
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.32125, -97.69541
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,893 (2018)
Projected traffic34,320 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 290 EB over Cameron RD built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 EB over Cameron RD 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 Cameron RD carry?

About 29,893 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 290 EB over Cameron RD?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 EB over Cameron RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.