US Bridges

Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of Fondren RD · Structure no. 121020B20665031

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,010
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,010 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,640 by 2034. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDumfries DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.15 MI E of Fondren RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.6709, -95.50574
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,010 (2014)
Projected traffic4,640 by 2034
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dumfries DR 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 Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 4,010 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Dumfries DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.