Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 1 MI W of Jfk Blvd · Structure no. 121020325602006
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 238 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,788
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou is a concrete tee beam carrying Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 57 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 19,788 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,703 by 2042. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou 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 2024.
How much traffic does Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou carry?
About 19,788 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou?
The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 Ebfr over Greens Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.