SH 21 over Neches River

Fair Condition44 years old1,309 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyCherokee
Location0.00 Mi NE Of Houston C/l
CarriesSH 21
CrossesNeches River
Coordinates31.57926, -95.16577

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length490.2 ft (149.4 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area1927.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1982

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,309 (2023)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number100370011804074

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