Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground
GoodHarris County, Texas · Inter of SH 288 & Bw 8 · Structure no. 121020325604509
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 533 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- Local Toll Authority
About this bridge
Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 533 ft (162.5 m) long and 27 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground 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 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground?
The structure is 533 ft (162.5 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Bw 8 Kirby Ramp over Natural Ground?
It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.