US Bridges

SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR

Fair

Harris County, Texas · At JCT SH146 and SPUR330 · Structure no. 121020038913118

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,594 ft
31 main spans
Daily traffic
15,760
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR 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 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 15,760 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,640 by 2030. The structure is 3,594 ft (1,095.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH146NB to SP330WB
CrossesSH 146 SP330 Decker DR
LocationAt JCT SH146 and SPUR330
RouteState Highway 146
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74704, -94.98582
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans31 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,594 ft (1,095.5 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,760 (2010)
Projected traffic23,640 by 2030
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesThird level (interchange)
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR built?

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

What condition is SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR 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 2022.

How much traffic does SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR carry?

About 15,760 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR?

The structure is 3,594 ft (1,095.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SH146NB to SP330WB over SH 146 SP330 Decker DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.