US Bridges

Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.6 MI N of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020B07377001

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
586 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,660
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 5,660 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,792 by 2036. The structure is 586 ft (178.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBerry RD
CrossesHardy Toll RD
Location1.6 MI N of IH 610
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83735, -95.35747
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length586 ft (178.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,660 (2016)
Projected traffic6,792 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$65,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD carry?

About 5,660 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD?

The structure is 586 ft (178.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Berry RD over Hardy Toll RD?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.