US Bridges

US 290 over Cactus Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 2.25 MI W of SH 95 · Structure no. 142270011403060

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
28,371
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Cactus Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Cactus Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 85 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 28,371 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,010 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesCactus Creek
Location2.25 MI W of SH 95
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.35221, -97.42337
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,371 (2020)
Projected traffic17,010 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$36,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 290 over Cactus Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 290 over Cactus 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 over Cactus Creek carry?

About 28,371 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Cactus Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 290 over Cactus Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.