US Bridges

Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.1 MI NE of FM 366 · Structure no. 201240F00422001

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
468
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 468 vehicles a day, projected to reach 780 by 2035. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesOrchard ST
CrossesN Butane DR Drain Ditch
Location0.1 MI NE of FM 366
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.97307, -93.92999
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic468 (2021)
Projected traffic780 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$49,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Orchard ST over N Butane DR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch carry?

About 468 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Orchard ST over N Butane DR Drain Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.