US Bridges

Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of Shepherd DR · Structure no. 121020B02505002

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
78 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway is a concrete continuous slab carrying Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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.

It carries about 4,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,200 by 2031. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 25 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesWaugh DR E U-Turn
CrossesAllen Parkway
Location0.10 MI E of Shepherd DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.7613, -95.39774
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.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2011)
Projected traffic4,200 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway 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 Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Waugh DR E U-Turn over Allen Parkway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.