US Bridges

W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of Antoine DR · Structure no. 121020B29249003

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,330
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,330 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,500 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesW Gulf Bank RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.40 MI W of Antoine DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.88486, -95.48065
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,330 (2015)
Projected traffic8,500 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Gulf Bank RD 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 7,330 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns W Gulf Bank RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.