Garth RD over Ciwa Canal
GoodPosted for loadHarris County, Texas · 1 MI N of Wallisville RD · Structure no. 121020AA3382001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,430
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Garth RD over Ciwa Canal is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Garth RD over Ciwa Canal in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,430 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,402 by 2042. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Garth RD over Ciwa Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Garth RD over Ciwa Canal 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 Garth RD over Ciwa Canal carry?
About 7,430 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Garth RD over Ciwa Canal?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Garth RD over Ciwa Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.