US Bridges

Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of Underhill RD · Structure no. 121020B08633477

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
77 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,590
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully is a concrete slab carrying Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,590 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,979 by 2032. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBolin RD
CrossesBrickhouse Gully
Location0.10 MI S of Underhill RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82615, -95.48149
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,590 (2012)
Projected traffic4,979 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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$42,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully 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 Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully carry?

About 2,590 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Bolin RD over Brickhouse Gully?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.