US Bridges

RM 652 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Culberson County, Texas · 11.6 MI SE of US 62 · Structure no. 240550245102012

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
84 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
2,925
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 652 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying RM 652 over Drainage Ditch in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 2,925 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,525 by 2047. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesRM 652
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location11.6 MI SE of US 62
RouteState Highway 652
StateTexas
Coordinates31.91476, -104.39569
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,925 (2017)
Projected traffic5,525 by 2047
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 RM 652 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 652 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does RM 652 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,925 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is RM 652 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns RM 652 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.