Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch
FairFort Bend County, Texas · 1.5 MI E of SH 99 · Structure no. 120800AA1180004
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2027. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Westheimer Pkwy 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 Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Westheimer Pkwy over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.