US Bridges

Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Del Norte · Structure no. 121020B46001035

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
56 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2012 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 970 by 2032. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMountwood ST
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.1 MI S of Del Norte
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83832, -95.45212
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2012)
Projected traffic970 by 2032
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$40,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Mountwood ST over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.