US Bridges

FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 2.30 MI NE of FM 2100 · Structure no. 121020168503004

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
80 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,486
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11,486 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,080 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 1960
CrossesCedar Bayou
Location2.30 MI NE of FM 2100
RouteState Highway 1960
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03633, -95.05422
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,486 (2023)
Projected traffic16,080 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 1960 over Cedar Bayou built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou 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 FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou carry?

About 11,486 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1960 over Cedar Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.