US Bridges

Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 Miles South of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020050003441

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
858 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,399
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD 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 25,399 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,411 by 2041. The structure is 858 ft (261.5 m) long and 29 ft wide.

CarriesSpur 261 Sbdc
CrossesW Little York RD
Location0.35 Miles South of IH 45
RouteState Highway 261
StateTexas
Coordinates29.86991, -95.41262
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length858 ft (261.5 m)
Longest span157 ft (47.9 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,399 (2021)
Projected traffic32,411 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD built?

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

What condition is Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD carry?

About 25,399 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD?

The structure is 858 ft (261.5 m) long with a longest span of 157 ft (47.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Spur 261 Sbdc over W Little York RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.