Richards RD over US 290
FairWaller County, Texas · 4.3 MI W of FM 362 · Structure no. 122370011411152
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Richards RD over US 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Richards RD over US 290 in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2034. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 67 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Richards RD over US 290 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Richards RD over US 290 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 2022.
How much traffic does Richards RD over US 290 carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Richards RD over US 290?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Richards RD over US 290?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.