SH 288 over Outfall Channel
GoodBrazoria County, Texas · 4.92 MI S of SH 6 · Structure no. 120200059802046
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,230
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 288 over Outfall Channel is a concrete culvert carrying SH 288 over Outfall Channel in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 45,230 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,630 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 288 over Outfall Channel built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 288 over Outfall Channel 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SH 288 over Outfall Channel carry?
About 45,230 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SH 288 over Outfall Channel?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m).
Who owns SH 288 over Outfall Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.