Bu 290 over Hog Branch
FairWashington County, Texas · 0.53 MI S of SH 105 · Structure no. 172390011410125
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,410
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 290 over Hog Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 290 over Hog Branch in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 10,410 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,570 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 290 over Hog Branch built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 290 over Hog Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Bu 290 over Hog Branch carry?
About 10,410 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Bu 290 over Hog Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 290 over Hog Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.