US Bridges

Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of Rosslyn RD · Structure no. 121020B18865036

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
320
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 320 vehicles a day, projected to reach 520 by 2032. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesDel Norte ST
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.2 MI W of Rosslyn RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83984, -95.44637
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating41 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic320 (2012)
Projected traffic520 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$29,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Del Norte ST over Hcfcd 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 320 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Del Norte ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.