US Bridges

Independence RD over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of Fondren · Structure no. 120800R00465001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,980
2013 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Independence RD over Drainage Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 17,980 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,880 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIndependence RD
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.10 MI W of Fondren
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60142, -95.50916
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,980 (2013)
Projected traffic8,880 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$34,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Independence RD over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence RD over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Independence RD over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 17,980 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Independence RD over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Independence RD over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.