SH 288 over Drainage Ditch
GoodBrazoria County, Texas · 0.05 MI N of SH 36 · Structure no. 120200011108056
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 73 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,096
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 288 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 288 over Drainage Ditch in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 54 years old, older 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 7,096 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,510 by 2033. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 288 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is SH 288 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 288 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 7,096 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 288 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 288 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.