US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief
FairWaller County, Texas · 1.9 MI E of Brazos Ri · Structure no. 122370011411128
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 600 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,896
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 9,896 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,210 by 2033. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 EB 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 EB over Brazos River Relief carry?
About 9,896 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief?
The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 EB over Brazos River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.