Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel
FairEctor County, Texas · 0.10 MI N of 8th ST · Structure no. 060690B42101001
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,451
- 2013 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 1,451 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,250 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel carry?
About 1,451 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Idlewood LN over Drainage Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.