US Bridges

E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Cullen · Structure no. 121020B49009639

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,950
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,950 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,040 by 2031. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesE Orem DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.50 MI W of Cullen
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62875, -95.36362
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,950 (2011)
Projected traffic2,040 by 2031
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 E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is E Orem 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 E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 2,950 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns E Orem DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.