US Bridges

SH 6 over University Blvd

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.5 MI SE of US 90A · Structure no. 120800019201060

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
48,424
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 6 over University Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 6 over University Blvd in Fort Bend 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 48,424 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,310 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 6
CrossesUniversity Blvd
Location0.5 MI SE of US 90A
RouteState Highway 6
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60893, -95.64303
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width106 ft (32.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,424 (2020)
Projected traffic71,310 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 6 over University Blvd built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 6 over University Blvd 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SH 6 over University Blvd carry?

About 48,424 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 6 over University Blvd?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns SH 6 over University Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.