US Bridges

Patterson RD over Bear CR

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.10 MI W Eldridge Pkwy · Structure no. 121020B50313199

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,412
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Patterson RD over Bear CR is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Patterson RD over Bear CR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 5 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 4,412 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,916 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesPatterson RD
CrossesBear CR
Location1.10 MI W Eldridge Pkwy
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.81332, -95.63362
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,412 (2013)
Projected traffic7,916 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Patterson RD over Bear CR built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Patterson RD over Bear CR 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 Patterson RD over Bear CR carry?

About 4,412 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Patterson RD over Bear CR?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Patterson RD over Bear CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.