US Bridges

University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of Edloe ST · Structure no. 121020F66009001

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2013 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUniversity Blvd
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.05 MI E of Edloe ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71491, -95.43325
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2013)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2033
Trucks1%
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

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd 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 University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns University Blvd over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.