SH 66 over Drain
FairDallas County, Texas · 6.0 MI E of SH 78 · Structure no. 180570000903322
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,441
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 66 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 66 over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 48 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 36,441 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,030 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 66 over Drain built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is SH 66 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SH 66 over Drain carry?
About 36,441 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 66 over Drain?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 66 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.