US Bridges

Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Texas · 3.3 MI S of SH 124 · Structure no. 201240AA0276001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
75 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,392
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou is a concrete slab carrying Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,392 vehicles a day, projected to reach 685 by 2035. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesLabelle RD
CrossesPevitot Bayou
Location3.3 MI S of SH 124
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96466, -94.1649
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width23 ft (7.1 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,392 (2022)
Projected traffic685 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Labelle RD over Pevitot 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou carry?

About 1,392 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Labelle RD over Pevitot Bayou?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.