US Bridges

FM 664 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of SH 342 · Structure no. 180710105101007

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,143
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 664 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 664 over Drainage Ditch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 19,143 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,390 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 664
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.3 MI W of SH 342
RouteState Highway 664
StateTexas
Coordinates32.5318, -96.79722
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,143 (2023)
Projected traffic6,390 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 FM 664 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 664 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 664 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 19,143 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 664 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 664 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.