SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou
FairJefferson County, Texas · 2.1 MI SW of FM 365 · Structure no. 201240036802027
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,555
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou is a concrete slab carrying SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 88 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: open, temporary structure in place while original is closed.
It carries about 5,555 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,221 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SH 124 over N Fork Taylor 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou carry?
About 5,555 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 124 over N Fork Taylor Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.