US Bridges

Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch

GoodPosted for load

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.95 MI NW of Lucas ST · Structure no. 201240B00545001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Other
Concrete
Length
75 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,708
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch is a concrete other carrying Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,708 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,510 by 2035. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHelbig Rd.
CrossesDrain Ditch
Location0.95 MI NW of Lucas ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.13487, -94.14624
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,708 (2022)
Projected traffic3,510 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Helbig Rd. over Drain 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch carry?

About 2,708 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Helbig Rd. over Drain Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.