US Bridges

US 90 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020002801199

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,704
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Drainage Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 12,704 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,786 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.2 MI SW of Beltway 8
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.84183, -95.18866
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic12,704 (2022)
Projected traffic17,786 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 90 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 12,704 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 90 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.