US Bridges

Richey ST NB over SH 225

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 2.8 MI E of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020050201067

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
225 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,000
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Richey ST NB over SH 225 is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Richey ST NB over SH 225 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,500 by 2029. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesRichey ST NB
CrossesSH 225
Location2.8 MI E of IH 610
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71039, -95.21994
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length225 ft (68.6 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,000 (2009)
Projected traffic8,500 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$20,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Richey ST NB over SH 225 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Richey ST NB over SH 225 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2022.

How much traffic does Richey ST NB over SH 225 carry?

About 6,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Richey ST NB over SH 225?

The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Richey ST NB over SH 225?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.