US Bridges

US 290 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Waller County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of FM 1488 · Structure no. 122370011411161

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
35,669
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Drainage Ditch in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 35,669 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,770 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.10 MI E of FM 1488
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.10587, -96.04717
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,669 (2020)
Projected traffic41,770 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 over Drainage Ditch 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 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 35,669 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 290 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.