US Bridges

Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch

FairPosted for load

Brazoria County, Texas · 0.70 MI S of Bailey Ave · Structure no. 120200AA0565002

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
450
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHarkey RD (CR103)
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.70 MI S of Bailey Ave
RouteCounty Highway 103
CountyBrazoria County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52009, -95.31384
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic450 (2011)
Projected traffic600 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 450 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Harkey RD (CR103) over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.