US Bridges

US 84 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Lubbock County, Texas · 4.00 MI NW of Lp 289 · Structure no. 051520005207021

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,869
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Drainage Ditch in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 15,869 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,810 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 84
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location4.00 MI NW of Lp 289
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyLubbock County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64997, -101.94763
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,869 (2020)
Projected traffic16,810 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 15,869 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 84 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.