US Bridges

Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020002713112

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
383 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,199
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288 is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Mcgowen ST over IH 69/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 10,199 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,950 by 2034. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 74 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesMcgowen ST
CrossesIH 69/SH 288
Location0.35 MI SW of IH 45
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74039, -95.36583
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length383 ft (116.7 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,199 (2019)
Projected traffic6,950 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$58,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288 built?

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

What condition is Mcgowen ST over IH 69/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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288 carry?

About 10,199 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288?

The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Mcgowen ST over IH 69/SH 288?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.