SH 96 over Bensons Bayou
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 1.65 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 120850097607050
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 96 over Bensons Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SH 96 over Bensons Bayou in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 243 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 96 over Bensons Bayou built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 96 over Bensons 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 96 over Bensons Bayou carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is SH 96 over Bensons Bayou?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 243 ft wide.
Who owns SH 96 over Bensons Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.