US Bridges

IH 610W over Fournace Pl

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 121020027117511

Built
2002
23 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
222 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
173,782
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 610W over Fournace Pl is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 610W over Fournace Pl in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2002 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 173,782 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 270,830 by 2033. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 190 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 610W
CrossesFournace Pl
Location0.6 MI S of US 59
RouteInterstate 610
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71684, -95.45986
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width190 ft (58 m)
Roadway width185 ft (56.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic173,782 (2020)
Projected traffic270,830 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 610W over Fournace Pl built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is IH 610W over Fournace Pl 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 2024.

How much traffic does IH 610W over Fournace Pl carry?

About 173,782 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 610W over Fournace Pl?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 190 ft wide.

Who owns IH 610W over Fournace Pl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.