US Bridges

US 290 over Brazos River Relief

Fair

Waller County, Texas · 4.0 MI E of Brazos Ri · Structure no. 122370011411050

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,519
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Brazos River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Brazos River Relief in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1981, 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 18,519 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,420 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesBrazos River Relief
Location4.0 MI E of Brazos Ri
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.12584, -96.12262
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,519 (2018)
Projected traffic24,420 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 290 over Brazos River Relief built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

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

About 18,519 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Brazos River Relief?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 290 over Brazos River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.