US 90 over Salt Creek
GoodUvalde County, Texas · 8.0 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 152320002401084
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,492
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 90 over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Salt Creek in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1978, 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 9,492 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,840 by 2033. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 90 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is US 90 over Salt 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 90 over Salt Creek carry?
About 9,492 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 90 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 90 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.