US Bridges

Waugh DR over Memorial DR

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.75 MI E of Shepherd DR · Structure no. 121020B44185009

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
231 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,000
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waugh DR over Memorial DR is a concrete continuous slab carrying Waugh DR over Memorial DR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 10,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,000 by 2031. The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesWaugh DR
CrossesMemorial DR
Location0.75 MI E of Shepherd DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76368, -95.39885
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length231 ft (70.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,000 (2011)
Projected traffic11,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$38,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Waugh DR over Memorial DR built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waugh DR over Memorial DR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Waugh DR over Memorial DR carry?

About 10,000 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Waugh DR over Memorial DR?

The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Waugh DR over Memorial DR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.