US Bridges

S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of Beechnut ST · Structure no. 121020B09385672

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,000
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 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 20,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 24,895 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesS Braeswood Blvd
CrossesChimney Rock Ditch
Location0.8 MI S of Beechnut ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67678, -95.47667
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic20,000 (2013)
Projected traffic24,895 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$45,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock 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 S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch carry?

About 20,000 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S Braeswood Blvd over Chimney Rock Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.