Beltway 8 over Houston Ship Channel

Fair Condition46 years old65,551 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
LocationBltwy 8 @ Ship Channel
CarriesBeltway 8
CrossesHouston Ship Channel
Coordinates29.73150, -95.14675

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignSegmental Box Girder
Total Length10538.1 ft (3,212 m)
Max Span750.0 ft (228.6 m)
Deck Width59.7 ft (18.2 m)
Deck Area58458.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic65,551 (2023)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020325603075

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