US Bridges

Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.05 MI N of Greens RD · Structure no. 121020B34977009

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
86 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,340
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou is a prestressed concrete other carrying Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,340 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,500 by 2030. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesJfk Blvd SB FR
CrossesReinhardt Bayou
Location1.05 MI N of Greens RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96599, -95.33689
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,340 (2010)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$8,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou 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 Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou carry?

About 2,340 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Jfk Blvd SB FR over Reinhardt Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.