Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR
GoodHarris County, Texas · 0.30 MI W of SH 249 · Structure no. 121020325601109
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 896 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,070
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 46,070 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,500 by 2033. The structure is 896 ft (273.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR 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 2022.
How much traffic does Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR carry?
About 46,070 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR?
The structure is 896 ft (273.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 Wbfr over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.