US Bridges

N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.01 MI W of Hillcroft Av · Structure no. 121020B09361626

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,560
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer is a concrete culvert carrying N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 62 years old, older 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 20,560 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,000 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesN Braeswood Blvd
CrossesHillcroft Storm Sewer
Location0.01 MI W of Hillcroft Av
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67877, -95.49324
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic20,560 (2013)
Projected traffic26,000 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer carry?

About 20,560 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns N Braeswood Blvd over Hillcroft Storm Sewer?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.