FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.20 MI NE of US 290 · Structure no. 121020168501026
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,229
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 63 years old, older 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 5 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 49,229 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,180 by 2033. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou carry?
About 49,229 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1960 over White Oak Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.