US Bridges

S Loop E Fwy over IH 610

Fair

Harris County, Texas · IH 610 @ SH 225 (intrchg) · Structure no. 121020027115352

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
286 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
65,780
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Loop E Fwy over IH 610 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S Loop E Fwy over IH 610 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 65,780 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 92,090 by 2028. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesS Loop E Fwy
CrossesIH 610
LocationIH 610 @ SH 225 (intrchg)
RouteInterstate 610
StateTexas
Coordinates29.70903, -95.26858
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length286 ft (87.2 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,780 (2008)
Projected traffic92,090 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$29,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S Loop E Fwy over IH 610 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Loop E Fwy over IH 610 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does S Loop E Fwy over IH 610 carry?

About 65,780 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is S Loop E Fwy over IH 610?

The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns S Loop E Fwy over IH 610?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.