US 290 EB over Ganske Creek
FairWashington County, Texas · 1.62 MI E of FM 1948 · Structure no. 172390011409136
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,478
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 EB over Ganske Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 EB over Ganske Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 9,478 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,660 by 2033. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 EB over Ganske Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 EB over Ganske Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 EB over Ganske Creek carry?
About 9,478 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 290 EB over Ganske Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 EB over Ganske Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.