US Bridges

W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of Ranchester · Structure no. 121020TOL030021

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
126 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,000
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,000 by 2033. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2
CrossesW.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I
Location0.35 MI W of Ranchester
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71901, -95.55492
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,000 (2013)
Projected traffic50,000 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I carry?

About 10,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns W.Pk WB On-Rp DC-2 over W.Park Tw WB Off-Rp I?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.