US Bridges

IH 45 SB on Rp over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.80 MI SE of Fuqua ST · Structure no. 121020050003360

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,840
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 SB on Rp over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 SB on Rp 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 15,840 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,170 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 45 SB on Rp
CrossesHcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00
Location0.80 MI SE of Fuqua ST
RouteInterstate 45
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60898, -95.20903
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,840 (2013)
Projected traffic22,170 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 SB on Rp 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 on Rp 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 on Rp over Hcfcd Ditch A-119-07-00 carry?

About 15,840 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

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

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.