US Bridges

Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST

PoorPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of 67th ST · Structure no. 121020B46641550

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
816 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
17,800
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 17,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,800 by 2030. The structure is 816 ft (248.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesNavigation Blvd
CrossesUPRR Terminal N Mack ST
Location0.10 MI W of 67th ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74673, -95.30778
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadUnknown
Structure length816 ft (248.7 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,800 (2010)
Projected traffic17,800 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$98,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST carry?

About 17,800 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST?

The structure is 816 ft (248.7 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Navigation Blvd over UPRR Terminal N Mack ST?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.