FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge)
FairHarris County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of FM 2100 · Structure no. 121020168503038
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,320 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,866
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge) in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 35,866 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,474 by 2042. The structure is 1,320 ft (402.3 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge) built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge) 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 FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge) carry?
About 35,866 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge)?
The structure is 1,320 ft (402.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1960 over Lake Houston (w Bridge)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.