US Bridges

Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch

Fair

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of Independence · Structure no. 120800R00675001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,980
2013 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 5,980 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,990 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLexington Blvd
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.50 MI S of Independence
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.59491, -95.51555
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,980 (2013)
Projected traffic2,990 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$34,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 5,980 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Lexington Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.