US Bridges

Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of Beechnut ST · Structure no. 121020B46977502

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,720
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete slab carrying Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch 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 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 3,720 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,836 by 2033. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNewcastle DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.1 MI N of Beechnut ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.68983, -95.45107
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,720 (2013)
Projected traffic4,836 by 2033
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$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

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

What condition is Newcastle 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 3,720 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Newcastle DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.