US Bridges

RM 652 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Culberson County, Texas · 17.3 MI SE of US 62 · Structure no. 240550245102016

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 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 2023, so it is 2 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 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesRM 652
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location17.3 MI SE of US 62
RouteState Highway 652
StateTexas
Coordinates31.88085, -104.30792
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 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 2023, making it 2 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 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns RM 652 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.