US 84 over Drainage Ditch
FairFreestone County, Texas · 2.9 MI E of FM 489 · Structure no. 170820005705006
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,222
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 84 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Drainage Ditch in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 100 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 3,222 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,511 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
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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 US 84 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US 84 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 84 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,222 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 84 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 84 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.