Westward Ho RD over SH 6
GoodBrazos County, Texas · 1.8 MI SE of FM 159 · Structure no. 170210005002167
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Westward Ho RD over SH 6 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Westward Ho RD over SH 6 in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2031. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Westward Ho RD over SH 6 built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Westward Ho RD over SH 6 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Westward Ho RD over SH 6 carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Westward Ho RD over SH 6?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Westward Ho RD over SH 6?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.