US Bridges

W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.06 MI E of Lang RD · Structure no. 121020B00905001

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,100
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 12,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 164,500 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.

CarriesW 43rd ST
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.06 MI E of Lang RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83306, -95.48793
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,100 (2012)
Projected traffic164,500 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$36,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is W 43rd ST 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 12,100 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns W 43rd ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.