Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR
GoodHarris County, Texas · 2.3 Miles West of SH 288 · Structure no. 121020011101284
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 497 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,040
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 12,040 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,860 by 2031. The structure is 497 ft (151.5 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR 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 Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR carry?
About 12,040 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR?
The structure is 497 ft (151.5 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 Ebfr over FM 521 & UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.