US Bridges

Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 1.00 MI S of IH 10 · Structure no. 121020B67161001

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
818 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,892
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,892 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,000 by 2033. The structure is 818 ft (249.3 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHirsch Rd/York ST
CrossesBuffalo Bayou
Location1.00 MI S of IH 10
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.75973, -95.32899
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+8 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length818 ft (249.3 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,892 (2022)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou carry?

About 6,892 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou?

The structure is 818 ft (249.3 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Hirsch Rd/York ST over Buffalo Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.