US Bridges

US 90 over Blanco River

Good

Uvalde County, Texas · 2.6 MI W of FM 2730 · Structure no. 152320002402010

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
305 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,275
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Blanco River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90 over Blanco River in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 93 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 7,275 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,920 by 2033. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesBlanco River
Location2.6 MI W of FM 2730
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.31853, -99.55356
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+6 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length305 ft (93 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,275 (2020)
Projected traffic9,920 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Blanco River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is US 90 over Blanco River 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 Blanco River carry?

About 7,275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Blanco River?

The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Blanco River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.