Franklin ST over Buffalo Bayou

Fair Condition95 years old6,380 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location0.35 Mi W Of Main ST
CarriesFranklin ST
CrossesBuffalo Bayou
Coordinates29.76495, -95.36439

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length279.9 ft (85.3 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width37.7 ft (11.5 m)
Deck Area981.0 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1931

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,380 (2022)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number121020B25401002

Nearby Bridges

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