US Bridges

Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 1.00 MI N of Tidwell RD · Structure no. 121020B02249003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,430
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 9,430 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAldine Westfield
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location1.00 MI N of Tidwell RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.86333, -95.34994
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic9,430 (2011)
Projected traffic10 by 2031
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 9,430 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Aldine Westfield over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.