US Bridges

FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Brazoria County, Texas · 1.50 MI E of SH 288 · Structure no. 120200252302013

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,676
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 60 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 13,676 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,390 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesFM 2004
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.50 MI E of SH 288
RouteState Highway 2004
StateTexas
Coordinates29.06432, -95.43099
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,676 (2020)
Projected traffic15,390 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2004 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is FM 2004 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 FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 13,676 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2004 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.