Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch
GoodPosted for loadGalveston County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of SH 6 · Structure no. 120850AA0109001
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete slab carrying Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch in Galveston 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2028. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 25 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thompson RD 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Thompson RD over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.