US Bridges

Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Gessner · Structure no. 121020B13897046

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,747
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,747 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesChatterton DR
CrossesShadowdale Ditch
Location0.50 MI W of Gessner
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.79972, -95.55374
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry7: Better than 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 typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,747 (2013)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2033
Trucks1%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch carry?

About 1,747 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Chatterton DR over Shadowdale Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.