FM 1942 over Drain
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.40 MI SE of Holy RD · Structure no. 121020181201002
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,429
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1942 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1942 over Drain in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 75 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 9,429 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,258 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 FM 1942 over Drain built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is FM 1942 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1942 over Drain carry?
About 9,429 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 1942 over Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1942 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.