US Bridges

SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of FM 2920 · Structure no. 121020072003050

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
12,954
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124 is a concrete culvert carrying SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 57 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 12,954 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,136 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 249 Bus
CrossesHcfcd Channel M124
Location0.60 MI N of FM 2920
RouteState Highway 249
StateTexas
Coordinates30.09693, -95.63535
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,954 (2023)
Projected traffic18,136 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124 carry?

About 12,954 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 249 Bus over Hcfcd Channel M124?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.