US Bridges

Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of Airline DR · Structure no. 121020B60641065

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,850
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,850 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,035 by 2031. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesStokes RD
CrossesLittle White Oak Bayou
Location0.30 MI E of Airline DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.8191, -95.37851
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,850 (2011)
Projected traffic2,035 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou carry?

About 1,850 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Stokes RD over Little White Oak Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.