SH 15 over Drain
FairLipscomb County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of FM 1265 · Structure no. 041480035502007
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,454
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 15 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 15 over Drain in Lipscomb County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 92 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 1,454 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,520 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 15 over Drain built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 15 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 15 over Drain carry?
About 1,454 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SH 15 over Drain?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 15 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.