SH 188 over Drainage Ditch
GoodAransas County, Texas · 6.3 MI W of SH 35 · Structure no. 160040050704027
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 132 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,367
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 188 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 188 over Drainage Ditch in Aransas County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,367 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,926 by 2042. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 188 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 188 over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does SH 188 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,367 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 188 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 188 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.