SH 285 over Drain
GoodBrooks County, Texas · 1.85 MI E of FM 2191 · Structure no. 210240010207100
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,483
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 285 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 285 over Drain in Brooks County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 70 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 7,483 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,380 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 285 over Drain built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is SH 285 over Drain 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 285 over Drain carry?
About 7,483 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 285 over Drain?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns SH 285 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.