US Bridges

Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.05 MI W of Whte Heather · Structure no. 121020B59577001

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00 is a concrete culvert carrying Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSimsbrook ST
CrossesHcfcd Unit C147-00-00
Location0.05 MI W of Whte Heather
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62128, -95.43856
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2011)
Projected traffic300 by 2031
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 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 Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00 built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00 carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Simsbrook ST over Hcfcd Unit C147-00-00?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.