US Bridges

US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of S Post Oak · Structure no. 121020002709306

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
325 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,180
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 37,180 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,050 by 2033. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 90A SB
CrossesHiram Clarke RD
Location1.1 MI E of S Post Oak
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65387, -95.4467
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.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length325 ft (99.1 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,180 (2013)
Projected traffic52,050 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD carry?

About 37,180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD?

The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 90A SB over Hiram Clarke RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.