US Bridges

FM 1093 over Bering Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 2.30 MI W of IH 610 W · Structure no. 121020125804011

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55,745
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1093 over Bering Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1093 over Bering Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 55,745 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,220 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesFM 1093
CrossesBering Ditch
Location2.30 MI W of IH 610 W
RouteState Highway 1093
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73769, -95.4957
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,745 (2022)
Projected traffic76,220 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 FM 1093 over Bering Ditch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1093 over Bering Ditch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1093 over Bering Ditch carry?

About 55,745 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1093 over Bering Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1093 over Bering Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.