9th Ave over Main a Canal
GoodJefferson County, Texas · 0.4 MI NW of SH 73 · Structure no. 201240C01535002
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,456
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
9th Ave over Main a Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 9th Ave over Main a Canal 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 14,456 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,238 by 2039. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 9th Ave over Main a Canal built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is 9th Ave over Main a Canal 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 9th Ave over Main a Canal carry?
About 14,456 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is 9th Ave over Main a Canal?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns 9th Ave over Main a Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.