US Bridges

Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.65 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020002713110

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
435 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,810
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288 is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 8,810 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,810 by 2034. The structure is 435 ft (132.6 m) long and 74 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesElgin ST
CrossesUS 59 & SH 288
Location0.65 MI SW of IH 45
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73661, -95.36872
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length435 ft (132.6 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,810 (2014)
Projected traffic8,810 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$65,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288 built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288 carry?

About 8,810 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288?

The structure is 435 ft (132.6 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Elgin ST over US 59 & SH 288?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.