SH 63 over Drain
FairJasper County, Texas · 1.80 MI E of US 190 · Structure no. 201220021401028
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,906
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 63 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 63 over Drain in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 59 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 2,906 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,068 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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 SH 63 over Drain built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is SH 63 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 SH 63 over Drain carry?
About 2,906 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 63 over Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SH 63 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.