US Bridges

Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of Space Center · Structure no. 121020B14935004

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,863
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L is a prestressed concrete other carrying Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 12,863 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,825 by 2028. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesClear Lake City EB
CrossesHcfcd Ditch L
Location0.2 MI SW of Space Center
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.59099, -95.14003
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,863 (2021)
Projected traffic5,825 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L 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 Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L carry?

About 12,863 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Clear Lake City EB over Hcfcd Ditch L?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.