US 290 Bus over Town Br
FairWaller County, Texas · 0.01 MI E of FM 362 · Structure no. 122370005005025
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,750
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 Bus over Town Br is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 Bus over Town Br in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 95 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 6 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 5,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,050 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 Bus over Town Br built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US 290 Bus over Town Br 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 290 Bus over Town Br carry?
About 5,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 290 Bus over Town Br?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 290 Bus over Town Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.