FM 530 over Drainage Ditch
GoodJackson County, Texas · 1.10 MI NW of US 59 · Structure no. 131210109001008
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 334
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 530 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 530 over Drainage Ditch in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 334 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 FM 530 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 530 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 530 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 334 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 530 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 530 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.