US Bridges

Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.05 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020325603159

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,954
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09 is a concrete culvert carrying Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 10,954 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40,000 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBw 8 Ml & FR
CrossesHcfcd Channel A-119-09
Location1.05 MI SW of IH 45
RouteState Highway 8
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60104, -95.21936
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 inspectionAugust 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,954 (2019)
Projected traffic40,000 by 2032
Trucks0%
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-119-09 built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09 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 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09 carry?

About 10,954 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bw 8 Ml & FR over Hcfcd Channel A-119-09?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.