US Bridges

West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.65 MI E of S Post Oak · Structure no. 121020B49009005

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,310
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying West Orem DR EB 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 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 6,310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,568 by 2031. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWest Orem DR EB
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location1.65 MI E of S Post Oak
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62793, -95.43875
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,310 (2011)
Projected traffic6,568 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch built?

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

What condition is West Orem DR EB 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 6,310 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns West Orem DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.