US Bridges

Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of Sienna Pkway · Structure no. 120800TOL020321

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
465 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
13,000
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek 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 13,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18,000 by 2035. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFt Bnd Pkwy Tol RD
CrossesOyster Creek
Location0.5 MI E of Sienna Pkway
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52744, -95.52505
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length465 ft (141.7 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,000 (2013)
Projected traffic18,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek built?

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

What condition is Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek carry?

About 13,000 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek?

The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Ft Bnd Pkwy Tol RD over Oyster Creek?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.