SH 21 over Big Creek

Fair Condition103 years old3,029 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHouston
Location5.3 Mi SW Of SH 7
CarriesSH 21
CrossesBig Creek
Coordinates31.26148, -95.54915

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length65.9 ft (20.1 m)
Max Span22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Width40.4 ft (12.3 m)
Deck Area247.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1923 (reconstructed 1947)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,029 (2024)
Truck Traffic22%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number111140011707050

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