US Bridges

Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of SH 288 · Structure no. 121020B53705218

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,930
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 13,930 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,230 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesReed RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.35 MI E of SH 288
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65801, -95.38079
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,930 (2011)
Projected traffic15,230 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

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

About 13,930 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Reed RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.