US Bridges

SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 8.0 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 120800018802301

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,661
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,661 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,125 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 36 Nbml
CrossesTrib 4 to Fairchilds Crk
Location8.0 MI S of US 59
RouteState Highway 36
StateTexas
Coordinates29.41142, -95.8351
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,661 (2023)
Projected traffic12,125 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk carry?

About 8,661 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH 36 Nbml over Trib 4 to Fairchilds Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.