US Bridges

US 290 WB over Berkman DR

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.05 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 142270011401109

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
19,320
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 WB over Berkman DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 WB over Berkman DR 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 19,320 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,900 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 54 ft wide.

CarriesUS 290 WB
CrossesBerkman DR
Location1.05 MI E of IH 35
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.32155, -97.68896
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 evaluation7: Better than 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 rating74 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,320 (2018)
Projected traffic23,900 by 2033
Trucks8%
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 WB over Berkman DR built?

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

What condition is US 290 WB over Berkman DR 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 WB over Berkman DR carry?

About 19,320 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 290 WB over Berkman DR?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 WB over Berkman DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.