US Bridges

Laflin Road over Drain Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of SH 124 · Structure no. 201240B00659002

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,400
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Laflin Road over Drain Ditch is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Laflin Road over Drain Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 1,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesLaflin Road
CrossesDrain Ditch
Location0.6 MI S of SH 124
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03518, -94.12931
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,400 (2015)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Laflin Road over Drain Ditch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Laflin Road 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 Laflin Road over Drain Ditch carry?

About 1,400 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Laflin Road over Drain Ditch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Laflin Road over Drain Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.