US Bridges

Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W.

Good

Harris County, Texas · US 59 at Jackson ST · Structure no. 121020017711277

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
179 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,331
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W. in Harris 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 3,331 vehicles a day, projected to reach 111,000 by 2030. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 23 ft wide.

CarriesJackson Hov Exit
CrossesR.O.W.
LocationUS 59 at Jackson ST
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76223, -95.35141
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length179 ft (54.6 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,331 (2023)
Projected traffic111,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W. built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W. 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W. carry?

About 3,331 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W.?

The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Jackson Hov Exit over R.O.W.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.