US Bridges

Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.65 MI W of Pella ST · Structure no. 121020B06561621

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40,060
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 40,060 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,884 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBeechnut ST
CrossesSharpstown Ditch
Location0.65 MI W of Pella ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.69056, -95.54622
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionDecember 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (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 traffic40,060 (2013)
Projected traffic46,884 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$22,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Beechnut ST over Sharpstown 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch carry?

About 40,060 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Beechnut ST over Sharpstown Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.