SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.4 MI SW of FM 366 · Structure no. 201240050804236
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 380 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,274
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 21,274 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,290 by 2033. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch carry?
About 21,274 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 73 WB over Taft Ave; Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.