FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch
FairHarris County, Texas · 0.65 MI SE of Holy RD · Structure no. 121020181201001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,055
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch is a concrete slab carrying FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 75 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 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 9,055 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,496 by 2042. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1942 over Clawson Ditch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch carry?
About 9,055 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1942 over Clawson Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.