US Bridges

Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of Wilcrest DR · Structure no. 121020B54249063

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,091
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 14,091 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,091 by 2033. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRichmond DR EB
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.35 MI E of Wilcrest DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.7278, -95.56565
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,091 (2013)
Projected traffic18,091 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Richmond DR EB 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 14,091 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Richmond DR EB over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.