SH 288 over Drainage Ditch
FairBrazoria County, Texas · 4.80 MI S of FM 1462 · Structure no. 120200059803061
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,949
- 2023 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 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 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 32,949 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,760 by 2033. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 288 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 288 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SH 288 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 32,949 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 288 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 288 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.