US Bridges

Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of S Braeswood · Structure no. 121020B56345676

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
77 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,350
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 3,350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,360 by 2033. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRutherglenn DR
CrossesChimney Rock Ditch
Location0.5 MI S of S Braeswood
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67331, -95.47657
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,350 (2013)
Projected traffic5,360 by 2033
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch carry?

About 3,350 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Rutherglenn DR over Chimney Rock Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.