Farther Point over Buffalo Bayou

Good Condition14 years old600 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location0.40 Mi S Of Chimney Rock
CarriesFarther Point
CrossesBuffalo Bayou
Coordinates29.77187, -95.48248

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length206.0 ft (62.8 m)
Max Span68.9 ft (21 m)
Deck Width39.0 ft (11.9 m)
Deck Area747.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2012

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic600 (2015)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020B02225106

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