US Bridges

FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.15 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020184401005

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,827
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 20,827 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,600 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2351
CrossesHcfcd Ditch K
Location1.15 MI SW of IH 45
RouteState Highway 2351
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55625, -95.18115
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.7 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,827 (2020)
Projected traffic33,600 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K 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 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K carry?

About 20,827 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2351 over Hcfcd Ditch K?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.