SH 238 over Drainage D
GoodCalhoun County, Texas · At JCT of SH 238 & SH 316 · Structure no. 130290014404051
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,116
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 238 over Drainage D is a concrete culvert carrying SH 238 over Drainage D in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1971, 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 5,116 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,040 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 215 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 238 over Drainage D built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 238 over Drainage D 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 238 over Drainage D carry?
About 5,116 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 238 over Drainage D?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 215 ft wide.
Who owns SH 238 over Drainage D?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.