US Bridges

Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI NE of Fondren RD · Structure no. 121020B07961003

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,140
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 65 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 36,140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39,000 by 2034. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBissonnet ST
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.20 MI NE of Fondren RD
RouteCity Street 57
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.68821, -95.50597
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic36,140 (2014)
Projected traffic39,000 by 2034
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$39,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Bissonnet ST 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 36,140 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bissonnet ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.