US Bridges

University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.22 MI SW of SH 6 · Structure no. 120800H02014014

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,000
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,000 by 2030. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUniversity Blvd NB
CrossesBullhead Bayou
Location0.22 MI SW of SH 6
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60639, -95.64536
Functional classUrban Collector

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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,000 (2010)
Projected traffic26,000 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 NB over Bullhead Bayou built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou 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 NB over Bullhead Bayou carry?

About 8,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns University Blvd NB over Bullhead Bayou?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.