US Bridges

Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.01 MI N of Franklin ST · Structure no. 121020027107146

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
192 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,513
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank is a concrete continuous slab carrying Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,513 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,418 by 2041. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLouisiana to 10 WB
CrossesBuffalo Byu N Bank
Location0.01 MI N of Franklin ST
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76461, -95.36272
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,513 (2022)
Projected traffic9,418 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank carry?

About 6,513 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Louisiana to 10 WB over Buffalo Byu N Bank?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.