US Bridges

IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.43 Miles SE of FM 1959 · Structure no. 121020050003433

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
193,665
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00 is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 193,665 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 271,131 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesIH 45
CrossesHcfcd Ditch A119-12-00
Location0.43 Miles SE of FM 1959
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates29.58188, -95.17951
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic193,665 (2023)
Projected traffic271,131 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure18
Traffic directionTwo-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 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00 built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00 carry?

About 193,665 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-12-00?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.