US Bridges

Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020B06817516

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,880
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 14,880 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21,500 by 2031. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBellfort Ave
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.20 MI SW of IH 45
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.6731, -95.2713
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 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 length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,880 (2011)
Projected traffic21,500 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 Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bellfort Ave 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 Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 14,880 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Bellfort Ave over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.