US Bridges

Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of Sherwood DR · Structure no. 201240B01191001

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
89 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,260
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal 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.

It carries about 1,260 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,260 by 2035. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesVoth Cut-Off
CrossesLnva Neches Canal
Location1.0 MI E of Sherwood DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.16227, -94.15732
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length89 ft (27.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,260 (2015)
Projected traffic1,260 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal built?

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

What condition is Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal carry?

About 1,260 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal?

The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Voth Cut-Off over Lnva Neches Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.