US Bridges

SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 6.55 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 201240033905017

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
505 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
10,350
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 10,350 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,360 by 2031. The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesPine Island Bayou
Location6.55 MI W of US 69
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.13531, -94.27859
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length505 ft (153.9 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,350 (2022)
Projected traffic17,360 by 2031
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou carry?

About 10,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou?

The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns SH 105 over Pine Island Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.