US Bridges

Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of Mykawa RD · Structure no. 121020B06817214

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,990
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7,990 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,500 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBellfort DR EB
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.40 MI W of Mykawa RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.66658, -95.32434
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,990 (2013)
Projected traffic9,500 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bellfort DR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 7,990 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Bellfort DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.