US Bridges

IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.6 Miles SE of FM 2351 · Structure no. 121020050003434

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
193,996
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00 is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 193,996 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 271,594 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 45
CrossesHcfcd Ditch A119-02-00
Location0.6 Miles SE of FM 2351
RouteInterstate 45
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.56308, -95.16253
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic193,996 (2023)
Projected traffic271,594 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure17
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 A119-02-00 built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00 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 A119-02-00 carry?

About 193,996 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 45 over Hcfcd Ditch A119-02-00?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.