US Bridges

South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.05 MI W of Leitrim Way · Structure no. 121020B60041213

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,990
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete continuous slab carrying South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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.

It carries about 1,990 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,100 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSouth Acres DR
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.05 MI W of Leitrim Way
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.64218, -95.3639
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,990 (2011)
Projected traffic4,100 by 2031
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$33,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Acres DR 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 South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,990 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns South Acres DR over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.