US Bridges

FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Archer County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 030050183702005

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,272
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch in Archer County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,272 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,453 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1954
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.5 MI E of US 281
RouteState Highway 1954
CountyArcher County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.80745, -98.47532
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,272 (2020)
Projected traffic3,453 by 2040
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,272 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1954 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.