US Bridges

SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek

Good

Harris County, Texas · IH 610 @ SH 225 (intrchg) · Structure no. 121020050202345

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,410
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,410 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,820 by 2030. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

CarriesSH 225 Conn E & F
CrossesPlum Creek
LocationIH 610 @ SH 225 (intrchg)
RouteState Highway 225
StateTexas
Coordinates29.70994, -95.27017
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,410 (2010)
Projected traffic4,820 by 2030
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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 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 Conn E & F over Plum Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek 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 Conn E & F over Plum Creek carry?

About 2,410 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SH 225 Conn E & F over Plum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.