US Bridges

Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 2.90 MI E of Hardy RD · Structure no. 121020B23689142

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
98 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,040
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00 is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 3,040 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 725 by 2035. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFarrell RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch K111-03-00
Location2.90 MI E of Hardy RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0096, -95.36104
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,040 (2015)
Projected traffic725 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00 carry?

About 3,040 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Farrell RD over Hcfcd Ditch K111-03-00?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.