US Bridges

US 290 over Drain D

Good

Waller County, Texas · 0.25 MI E of FM 362 · Structure no. 122370011411170

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
42,881
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Drain D is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Drain D 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 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 42,881 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,280 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long.

CarriesUS 290
CrossesDrain D
Location0.25 MI E of FM 362
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.06977, -95.92838
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,881 (2020)
Projected traffic56,280 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Drain D built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 over Drain D 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 Drain D carry?

About 42,881 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Drain D?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 290 over Drain D?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.