US Bridges

US 290 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of FM 2920 · Structure no. 121020011412172

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
63,098
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Drainage Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 63,098 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,280 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.90 MI E of FM 2920
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.05883, -95.89386
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2024
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63,098 (2022)
Projected traffic56,280 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 290 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 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 290 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 63,098 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 290 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.