Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd
GoodJefferson County, Texas · 0.1 Mi. N. of US 90 · Structure no. 201240B00102001
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 607 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,290
- 2009 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 16,290 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,485 by 2029. The structure is 607 ft (185 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd carry?
About 16,290 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd?
The structure is 607 ft (185 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Dowlen Road over Mpsp RR & Westwood Blvd?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.