Franklin ST over Buffalo Bayou

Fair Condition112 years old14,649 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location0.30 Mi W Of Main ST
CarriesFranklin ST
CrossesBuffalo Bayou
Coordinates29.76456, -95.36270

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length350.1 ft (106.7 m)
Max Span79.1 ft (24.1 m)
Deck Width80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Area2603.5 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1914 (reconstructed 1998)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,649 (2015)
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number121020B25401001

Nearby Bridges

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