SH 124 over Drain
FairChambers County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of FM 1941 · Structure no. 200360036701015
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 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 1940 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 85 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,438 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,810 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 124 over Drain built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 124 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. 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 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 124 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.