US Bridges

Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of Airport Blvd · Structure no. 121020B45425004

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
77 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,310
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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.

It carries about 17,310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18,500 by 2031. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMonroe RD NB
CrossesBerry Creek
Location0.20 MI N of Airport Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65792, -95.26311
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,310 (2011)
Projected traffic18,500 by 2031
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$18,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek carry?

About 17,310 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Monroe RD NB over Berry Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.