US Bridges

FM 802 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Cameron County, Texas · 1.0 MI NW of SH 45 · Structure no. 210310114002005

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,783
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 802 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 802 over Drainage Ditch in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 19,783 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,696 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 154 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 802
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.0 MI NW of SH 45
RouteState Highway 802
StateTexas
Coordinates25.94654, -97.44293
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width154 ft (46.9 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,783 (2023)
Projected traffic27,696 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 802 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 802 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 802 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 19,783 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 802 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 154 ft wide.

Who owns FM 802 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.