US Bridges

SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk

Fair

Harris County, Texas · IH 610 Atsh 225 Intrchg · Structure no. 121020050202351

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
733 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
11,200
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,680 by 2033. The structure is 733 ft (223.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH225 WB IH610 NB
CrossesS Loop E Fwy Plum Crk
LocationIH 610 Atsh 225 Intrchg
RouteState Highway 225
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71049, -95.26562
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length733 ft (223.4 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,200 (2013)
Projected traffic15,680 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk built?

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

What condition is SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk carry?

About 11,200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk?

The structure is 733 ft (223.4 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SH225 WB IH610 NB over S Loop E Fwy Plum Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.