US Bridges

Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020B60578001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,795
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete slab carrying Spence RD 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 1,795 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2035. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSpence RD
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.1 MI S of Beltway 8
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.93645, -95.39321
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 statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,795 (2019)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2035
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 Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch built?

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

What condition is Spence RD 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 Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,795 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Spence RD over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.