US Bridges

Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.5 MI N of Calder Ave · Structure no. 201240B00904001

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,230
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,230 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,230 by 2035. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesPeyton Dr.
CrossesDrain Ditch
Location0.5 MI N of Calder Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.08558, -94.16586
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,230 (2015)
Projected traffic2,230 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Peyton Dr. over Drain 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch carry?

About 2,230 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Peyton Dr. over Drain Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.