US Bridges

Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 2.4 MI NE of SH 249 · Structure no. 121020AA0816018

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,326
2016 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 1990, so it is 35 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 23,326 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSpring Cypress RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location2.4 MI NE of SH 249
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03029, -95.55753
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic23,326 (2016)
Projected traffic20,000 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

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 October 2023.

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

About 23,326 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Spring Cypress RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 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.