US Bridges

IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of Crosstimber · Structure no. 121020050003356

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
805 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,377
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 2,377 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,366 by 2041. The structure is 805 ft (245.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS
CrossesRiggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak
Location0.30 MI S of Crosstimber
RouteState Highway 45
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.8247, -95.38045
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length805 ft (245.4 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,377 (2023)
Projected traffic3,366 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak carry?

About 2,377 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak?

The structure is 805 ft (245.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns IH45HOVRP/X-TIMBRS over Riggs Rd/Ltl Wht Oak?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.