Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch
GoodJefferson County, Texas · 0.1 MI NE of US 69 · Structure no. 201240E00200001
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,230
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 7,230 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,230 by 2035. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Helena Avenue 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 2023.
How much traffic does Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 7,230 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Helena Avenue over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.