US Bridges

Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 MI NE of SH 3 · Structure no. 121020325603077

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
66,517
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05 is a concrete culvert carrying Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 66,517 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,793 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBw 8 Ml & FR
CrossesHcfcd Channel A-119-05
Location0.35 MI NE of SH 3
StateTexas
Coordinates29.61891, -95.18739
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66,517 (2023)
Projected traffic91,793 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure16
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05 built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05 carry?

About 66,517 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-05?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.