BWY 8
BWY 8 in 0.8 MI N Of Tanner RD, Harris County, Texas received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 1989, the bridge carries 144K vehicles daily on BWY 8 over Cole Creek. It is classified as structurally deficient.
Component Ratings
The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
BWY 8 is a 37-year-old bridge located 0.8 MI N Of Tanner RD in Harris County, Texas. The bridge carries BWY 8 over Cole Creek with 17 traffic lanes, handling approximately 144K vehicles per day. Built in 1989, the structure spans 6.1 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
Location Map
Frequently Asked Questions
BWY 8 has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
BWY 8 was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
BWY 8 carries approximately 144K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 17 traffic lanes. It is 6.1 meters long and located on BWY 8 in 0.8 MI N Of Tanner RD, Harris County, Texas.
Yes, BWY 8 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
BWY 8 is located 0.8 MI N Of Tanner RD in Harris County, Texas. The bridge carries BWY 8 over Cole Creek. Its coordinates are 29.861583, -95.563844. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.
BWY 8 carries BWY 8 over Cole Creek. The bridge is 6.1 meters long and was built in 1989.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.