US Bridges

FM 365 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of Spur 93 · Structure no. 201240093201018

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,055
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 365 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 365 over Drainage Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,055 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,710 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 365
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.2 MI W of Spur 93
RouteState Highway 365
StateTexas
Coordinates29.91421, -94.03865
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,055 (2022)
Projected traffic5,710 by 2033
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 365 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 365 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 365 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 4,055 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is FM 365 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 365 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.