SH 44 WB over Drain
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 1.10 MI E of SH 359 · Structure no. 161260037304025
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,439
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 44 WB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 44 WB over Drain in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 4,439 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,460 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 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 SH 44 WB over Drain built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 44 WB 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 WB over Drain carry?
About 4,439 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 44 WB over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 WB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.