US Bridges

SH 105 over West San Jacinto River

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 3.10 MI NW of Lp 336 · Structure no. 121700033803201

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,665 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
44,792
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 105 over West San Jacinto River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 105 over West San Jacinto River in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 44,792 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,188 by 2042. The structure is 1,665 ft (507.5 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 105
CrossesWest San Jacinto River
Location3.10 MI NW of Lp 336
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.34237, -95.54137
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+20 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,665 ft (507.5 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width108 ft (32.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,792 (2023)
Projected traffic67,188 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 105 over West San Jacinto River built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 105 over West San Jacinto River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 105 over West San Jacinto River carry?

About 44,792 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SH 105 over West San Jacinto River?

The structure is 1,665 ft (507.5 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns SH 105 over West San Jacinto River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.