US Bridges

FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch

Good

Galveston County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of SH 3 · Structure no. 120850160701006

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,226
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,226 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1764 On;off Rps
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.10 MI W of SH 3
RouteState Highway 1764
StateTexas
Coordinates29.39742, -94.98909
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,226 (2023)
Projected traffic600 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1764 On;off Rps 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 4,226 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1764 On;off Rps over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.