US 190 over Big Cypress Creek
FairTyler County, Texas · 4.25 MI E of Polk C/L · Structure no. 202290021306077
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,164
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 190 over Big Cypress Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 190 over Big Cypress Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 5 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 4,164 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,760 by 2033. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 190 over Big Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 190 over Big Cypress 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 190 over Big Cypress Creek carry?
About 4,164 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 190 over Big Cypress Creek?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 190 over Big Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.