US Bridges

Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.03 MI N of Hopper RD · Structure no. 121020B11240654

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,500 by 2030. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBurning Bush
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.03 MI N of Hopper RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.877, -95.2846
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2010)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2030
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$41,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Burning Bush 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Burning Bush over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.