SH 44 EB over Drain
FairJim Wells County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of SH 359 · Structure no. 161260037304015
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,415
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 44 EB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 44 EB over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1964, 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 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 4,415 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,460 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 44 EB over Drain built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is SH 44 EB over Drain 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 44 EB over Drain carry?
About 4,415 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 44 EB over Drain?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 EB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.