US Bridges

SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of Bearle ST · Structure no. 121020050201044

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
88,811
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 88,811 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 124,335 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 225
CrossesCotton Patch Batch Drain
Location0.2 MI W of Bearle ST
RouteState Highway 225
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71293, -95.18755
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic88,811 (2023)
Projected traffic124,335 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain carry?

About 88,811 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 225 over Cotton Patch Batch Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.