Highland Ave. over Drain
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.3 MI NW of US 96 · Structure no. 201240B00553010
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,840
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Highland Ave. over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Highland Ave. over Drain in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 75 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 7,840 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,976 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Highland Ave. over Drain built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Highland Ave. 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Highland Ave. over Drain carry?
About 7,840 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Highland Ave. over Drain?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Highland Ave. over Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.