US Bridges

Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of Tidwell RD · Structure no. 121020B19737233

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,132
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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.

It carries about 1,132 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,711 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesDodson ST
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.20 MI N of Tidwell RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.8515, -95.33179
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,132 (2015)
Projected traffic1,711 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dodson 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,132 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Dodson ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.