US Bridges

Jensen DR over IH 10 WB

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 121020050801218

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
219 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,580
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jensen DR over IH 10 WB is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Jensen DR over IH 10 WB 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 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 4,580 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2031. The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long and 69 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesJensen DR
CrossesIH 10 WB
Location0.10 MI W of US 59
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76967, -95.34334
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length219 ft (66.8 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,580 (2011)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$30,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Jensen DR over IH 10 WB built?

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

What condition is Jensen DR over IH 10 WB 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Jensen DR over IH 10 WB carry?

About 4,580 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Jensen DR over IH 10 WB?

The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Jensen DR over IH 10 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.