Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 0.40 MI N of SH 146 · Structure no. 120850038911084
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,685
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 4,685 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,140 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 197 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 4,685 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 197 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.