US Bridges

Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River

Good

Walker County, Texas · 2.0 MI N of SH 30 · Structure no. 172360AA0349001

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River is a concrete culvert carrying Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2038. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesDavis RD
CrossesW Fork San Jacinto River
Location2.0 MI N of SH 30
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.7097, -95.74982
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2016)
Projected traffic90 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$254,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Davis RD over W Fork 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Davis RD over W Fork San Jacinto River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.