Bw 8 over Sims Bayou

Good Condition25 years old113,757 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location0.3 Mi SE Of US 90a
CarriesBw 8
CrossesSims Bayou
Coordinates29.62332, -95.51396

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Width140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Area1951.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2001 (reconstructed 2013)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic113,757 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020325604321

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