US Bridges

Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 2.3 MI S of FM 366 · Structure no. 201240E00316001

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,310
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 15,310 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,310 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNederland Ave
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.3 MI S of FM 366
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96467, -93.99859
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,310 (2015)
Projected traffic15,310 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nederland Ave 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 Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 15,310 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Nederland Ave over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.