US Bridges

US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief

Good

Waller County, Texas · 1.9 MI E of Brazos River · Structure no. 122370011411028

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
630 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
10,164
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 10,164 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,210 by 2033. The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 290 WB
CrossesBrazos River Relief
Location1.9 MI E of Brazos River
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.13061, -96.15533
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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length630 ft (192 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,164 (2019)
Projected traffic12,210 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief 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 290 WB over Brazos River Relief carry?

About 10,164 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief?

The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 290 WB over Brazos River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.