SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 0.25 MI NW of FM 1765 · Structure no. 120850005103041
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,954
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B is a concrete culvert carrying SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older 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 9,954 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,240 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 101 ft wide. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B carry?
About 9,954 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns SH 3 over Drainage Ditch No 7B?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.