US Bridges

SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00

Good

Brazoria County, Texas · 3.33 MI SW of SH 6 · Structure no. 120200059802474

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
77 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34,847
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00 in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 34,847 vehicles a day, projected to reach 62,725 by 2035. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesSH 288 SB Exit Ram
CrossesChannel BDD5 101-05-00
Location3.33 MI SW of SH 6
RouteState Highway 228
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44114, -95.42822
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: 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 spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,847 (2017)
Projected traffic62,725 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00 built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00 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 SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00 carry?

About 34,847 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SH 288 SB Exit Ram over Channel BDD5 101-05-00?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.