US Bridges

US 75 over Drain

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of Red River · Structure no. 010920004718352

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,488
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over Drain in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 39,488 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,940 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesUS 75
CrossesDrain
Location2.1 MI S of Red River
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates33.79638, -96.54953
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,488 (2020)
Projected traffic39,940 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 75 over Drain built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 75 over Drain 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 over Drain carry?

About 39,488 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over Drain?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 75 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.