US Bridges

US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek

Fair

Val Verde County, Texas · 0.65 MI E of E Lp 25 · Structure no. 222330002205072

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
360 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,133
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,133 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,190 by 2033. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesEagle Nest Creek
Location0.65 MI E of E Lp 25
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyVal Verde County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.81738, -101.54874
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,133 (2020)
Projected traffic2,190 by 2033
Trucks41%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 Eagle Nest Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Eagle Nest 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek carry?

About 1,133 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Eagle Nest Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.