Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough
GoodHarris County, Texas · 0.7 MI E of Underwood RD · Structure no. 121020AA0144006
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 165 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,750
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough 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 21,750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,000 by 2028. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 37 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 | 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 Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough carry?
About 21,750 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Fairmont Pkwy WB over Big Island Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.