SH 6 over Drain
GoodJones County, Texas · 1.75 MI NW of FM 1597 · Structure no. 081280010701006
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 6 over Drain in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 99 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 420 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 6 over Drain built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is SH 6 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 6 over Drain carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SH 6 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.