Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou
GoodHarris County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of US 59 · Structure no. 121020325601044
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 165 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,257
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 28,257 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,340 by 2033. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 50 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou carry?
About 28,257 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 Sbfr over Brays Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.