US Bridges

Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail

Fair

Harris County, Texas · Holcombe Blvd @ Fannin ST · Structure no. 121020B32209004

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
74 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,360
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail is a concrete continuous slab carrying Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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.

It carries about 9,360 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2033. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 109 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHolcombe Blvd
CrossesFannin ST & Metro Rail
LocationHolcombe Blvd @ Fannin ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.70624, -95.40303
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.1 m)
Roadway width90 ft (27.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,360 (2013)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail 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 Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail carry?

About 9,360 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns Holcombe Blvd over Fannin ST & Metro Rail?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.