SH 44 over Drain
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of FM 1931 · Structure no. 161260008701001
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,800
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 44 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 44 over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 100 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 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,960 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 44 over Drain built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is SH 44 over Drain 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 44 over Drain carry?
About 18,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 44 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.