Bw 8 SB over Buffalo Bayou & Bw 8 Fr

Fair Condition39 years old166,838 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location1.6 Mi S Of IH 10
CarriesBw 8 SB
CrossesBuffalo Bayou & Bw 8 Fr
Coordinates29.76151, -95.55811

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1035.1 ft (315.5 m)
Max Span120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Deck Width70.9 ft (21.6 m)
Deck Area6814.8 sq m
Main Spans9
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic166,838 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge5
Lanes Under Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020325601126

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