US Bridges

Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 2.2 MI W of IH 10 · Structure no. 201240B01204002

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
80 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,384
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 21,384 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21,384 by 2035. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesWashington Blvd
CrossesCaldwood Cutoff
Location2.2 MI W of IH 10
RouteCity Street 28
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0559, -94.17782
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,384 (2015)
Projected traffic21,384 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff 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 2023.

How much traffic does Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff carry?

About 21,384 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Washington Blvd over Caldwood Cutoff?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.