US Bridges

IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.80 MI SE of Fuqua ST · Structure no. 121020050003331

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,750
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 21,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,450 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 58 ft wide.

CarriesIH 45 SB FR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00
Location0.80 MI SE of Fuqua ST
RouteState Highway 45
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60875, -95.20935
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,750 (2013)
Projected traffic30,450 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 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 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 carry?

About 21,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 SB FR over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.