US Bridges

University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 2.8 MI S of US59/IH69 · Structure no. 120800H02014004

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
380 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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, projected to reach 1,000 by 2035. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUniversity Blvd WB
CrossesOxbow Drain Channel
Location2.8 MI S of US59/IH69
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55456, -95.62319
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2013)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns University Blvd WB over Oxbow Drain Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.