The gist:
A majority of the state's enormous bridge inventory is in great shape, with the average bridge condition score at 89.45 as of 2025, according to Bridge Division Director Jamie Farris. Farris said progress is on track to hit the target average of 90.
Houston's bridge network still has familiar pressure points.
Bridges such as the I-45 span over White Oak Bayou and the Houston Avenue Bridge on I-10 have all faced recurring stress from heavy traffic, aging structures, or repeated vehicle strikes in recent years.
The Houston Avenue Bridge alone has been hit dozens of times by over-height trucks, forcing repeated inspections and repairs, according to transportation officials.
The Houston Avenue bridge is pretty important right now with all of the construction going on around it. Thinking of all of the gridlocked traffic putting stress on the structure is anxiety inducing.