US 96 over Drainage Ditch
GoodHardin County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of FM 421 · Structure no. 201010006505061
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,408
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Drainage Ditch in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 77 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 27,408 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,160 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 96 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 27,408 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 96 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 96 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.