Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake
FairHarris County, Texas · 3.56 MI NE of SH 3 · Structure no. 121020098101019
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 825 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,468
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 41 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 37,468 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,455 by 2042. The structure is 825 ft (251.5 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake 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 Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake carry?
About 37,468 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake?
The structure is 825 ft (251.5 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns Nasa RD 1 over Mud Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.