US Bridges

US 190 over UP RR

Fair

Walker County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of FM 2296 · Structure no. 172360021301001

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
134 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,922
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 190 over UP RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 190 over UP RR in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 94 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 9,922 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,891 by 2040. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 190
CrossesUP RR
Location0.3 MI E of FM 2296
RouteU.S. Route 190
CountyWalker County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.707, -95.43405
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,922 (2020)
Projected traffic13,891 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 190 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 190 over UP RR 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 190 over UP RR carry?

About 9,922 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 190 over UP RR?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 190 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.