US Bridges

Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 1.37 MI W of FM 1464 · Structure no. 120800TOL020315

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,000
2010 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,704 by 2030. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesWestpark Tlwy EB
CrossesLong Point Creek
Location1.37 MI W of FM 1464
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.70564, -95.70935
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.5 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,000 (2010)
Projected traffic24,704 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek 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 Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek carry?

About 17,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Westpark Tlwy EB over Long Point Creek?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.