US Bridges

IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch

Good

Lubbock County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of N Loop 289 · Structure no. 051520006707049

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,065
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 59 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 24,065 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,370 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 27 Ml & NB FR
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.1 MI S of N Loop 289
RouteInterstate 27
StateTexas
Coordinates33.61614, -101.84362
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 traffic24,065 (2020)
Projected traffic29,370 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 24,065 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch?

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

Who owns IH 27 Ml & NB FR over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.