US Bridges

SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020072003036

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,322
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete slab carrying SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 49,322 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,173 by 2023. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 249
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location1.0 MI W of IH 45
RouteState Highway 249
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.89797, -95.43135
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.2 m)
Roadway width106 ft (32.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,322 (2023)
Projected traffic60,173 by 2023
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure7
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 249 over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch 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 SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 49,322 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns SH 249 over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.