US Bridges

Market ST over Fresh Water Byu

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.45 MI NE of Sheldon RD · Structure no. 121020AA4850003

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,709
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Market ST over Fresh Water Byu is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Market ST over Fresh Water Byu in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,709 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2030. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMarket ST
CrossesFresh Water Byu
Location1.45 MI NE of Sheldon RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.78244, -95.10334
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,709 (2016)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
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 Market ST over Fresh Water Byu built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Market ST over Fresh Water Byu 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 Market ST over Fresh Water Byu carry?

About 1,709 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Market ST over Fresh Water Byu?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Market ST over Fresh Water Byu?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.