US Bridges

Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI E of Telge RD · Structure no. 121020AA0816012

Built
2001
24 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,720
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2001 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 24 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 5,720 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2035. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSpring Cypress RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.20 MI E of Telge RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.99197, -95.64972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic5,720 (2015)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch 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 2023.

How much traffic does Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 5,720 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.