US Bridges

US 96 over Drain

Fair

Jasper County, Texas · 1.15 MI S of Sl 149 · Structure no. 201220006407029

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,658
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Drain in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 91 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 6,658 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,160 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS 96
CrossesDrain
Location1.15 MI S of Sl 149
RouteU.S. Route 96
StateTexas
Coordinates31.11824, -93.99035
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,658 (2022)
Projected traffic8,160 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 96 over Drain built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is US 96 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Drain carry?

About 6,658 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Drain?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 96 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.