SH 6 over Drainage Ditch
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 0.9 MI SE of US 90A · Structure no. 120800019201052
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 164 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48,424
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Drainage Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 48,424 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,310 by 2033. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 6 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 6 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 48,424 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 6 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.