US Bridges

Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020098101030

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,624 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
29,726
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 29,726 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,090 by 2033. The structure is 1,624 ft (495 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNasa RD 1
CrossesSH 3 & UPRR
Location1.1 MI E of IH 45
RouteState Highway 1
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52882, -95.11246
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans13 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,624 ft (495 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,726 (2020)
Projected traffic59,090 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR 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 2022.

How much traffic does Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR carry?

About 29,726 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR?

The structure is 1,624 ft (495 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Nasa RD 1 over SH 3 & UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.