Buffalo Spdwy SB over Sims Bayou

Good Condition18 years old7,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location0.40 Mi N Of W Fuqua
CarriesBuffalo Spdwy SB
CrossesSims Bayou
Coordinates29.61907, -95.43076

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length251.0 ft (76.5 m)
Max Span117.1 ft (35.7 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area795.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2008

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,400 (2011)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020B10977003

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