Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD
FairHarris County, Texas · 0.50 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 121020325601182
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 302 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,438
- 2015 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD 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 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 32,438 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,760 by 2035. The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long and 84 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD 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 2022.
How much traffic does Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD carry?
About 32,438 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD?
The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 NB over W Gulf Bank RD?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.