US Bridges

Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.1 MI SW of El Camino · Structure no. 121020B53058002

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
86 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,000
2009 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying Ramada 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2028. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamada DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.1 MI SW of El Camino
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55597, -95.12422
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,000 (2009)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2028
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$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

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

What condition is Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 2,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Ramada DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.