US Bridges

Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of Aldine Wstfld · Structure no. 121020B53221003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying Rankin RD 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 2,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,500 by 2035. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesRankin RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.4 MI E of Aldine Wstfld
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96562, -95.35665
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2015)
Projected traffic3,500 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

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

What condition is Rankin RD 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 Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Rankin RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.