US Bridges

FM 389 over US 290

Fair

Washington County, Texas · 1.08 MI NW of SH 36 · Structure no. 172390018606063

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,880
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 389 over US 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 389 over US 290 in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,880 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,830 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 58 ft wide.

CarriesFM 389
CrossesUS 290
Location1.08 MI NW of SH 36
RouteState Highway 389
StateTexas
Coordinates30.15023, -96.41161
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,880 (2013)
Projected traffic6,830 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 389 over US 290 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 389 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 389 over US 290 carry?

About 4,880 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 389 over US 290?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FM 389 over US 290?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.