US 290 over Bu 290
GoodWashington County, Texas · 1.61 MI E of SH 36 · Structure no. 172390018606188
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 305 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,866
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Bu 290 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 290 over Bu 290 in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 23,866 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,920 by 2033. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Bu 290 built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 290 over Bu 290 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 over Bu 290 carry?
About 23,866 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Bu 290?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Bu 290?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.