US Bridges

Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.30 MI SW of Mlk Blvd · Structure no. 121020B60157037

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,530
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 65 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 5 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 1,530 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2030. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSaint Lo RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.30 MI SW of Mlk Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67515, -95.33916
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,530 (2010)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2030
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$17,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd 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 Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,530 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Saint Lo RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.