US Bridges

SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 8.6 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 120800018802308

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,661
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5 is a concrete culvert carrying SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5 in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 8,661 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,125 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 36
CrossesFairchilds Crk Trib 5
Location8.6 MI S of US 59
RouteState Highway 36
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.41141, -95.83511
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: 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

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,661 (2023)
Projected traffic12,125 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-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 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5 built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5 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 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5 carry?

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

How long is SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 36 over Fairchilds Crk Trib 5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.