US Bridges

Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of Huff-Newcaney · Structure no. 121020B41645001

Built
1983
42 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2028. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMagnolia Point DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location1.8 MI W of Huff-Newcaney
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.06214, -95.13457
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2009)
Projected traffic150 by 2028
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$24,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is Magnolia Point 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Magnolia Point DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.