US Bridges

Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Mlk Blvd · Structure no. 121020B01921006

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
77 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,000
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 10,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2031. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAirport Blvd EB
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.50 MI W of Mlk Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.64558, -95.34526
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,000 (2011)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Airport Blvd EB 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 Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 10,000 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Airport Blvd EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.