US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain
FairHardin County, Texas · US 96 Bus @ SH 327 · Structure no. 201010006514070
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,515
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 69 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,515 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,721 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain carry?
About 15,515 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 96 Bus & SH 327 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.