US Bridges

SH 124 over Drain

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 1.5 MI N of FM 1941 · Structure no. 200360036701014

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,438
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 124 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 124 over Drain in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 95 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 2,438 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,810 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesSH 124
CrossesDrain
Location1.5 MI N of FM 1941
RouteState Highway 124
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73654, -94.37584
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span3 ft (0.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,438 (2022)
Projected traffic2,810 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH 124 over Drain built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is SH 124 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 124 over Drain carry?

About 2,438 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 124 over Drain?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m).

Who owns SH 124 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.