US Bridges

SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 6.00 MI S of FM 2920 · Structure no. 121020072003070

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
347 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
104,146
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD is a prestressed concrete other carrying SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 104,146 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 156,219 by 2042. The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long and 143 ft wide.

CarriesSH 249
CrossesSpring Cypress RD
Location6.00 MI S of FM 2920
RouteState Highway 249
StateTexas
Coordinates30.01311, -95.59069
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length347 ft (105.8 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width143 ft (43.5 m)
Roadway width138 ft (42.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic104,146 (2023)
Projected traffic156,219 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD carry?

About 104,146 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD?

The structure is 347 ft (105.8 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 143 ft wide.

Who owns SH 249 over Spring Cypress RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.