US Bridges

S Lp 289 over Drain

Fair

Lubbock County, Texas · 0.60 MI W of University · Structure no. 051520078301049

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
70,130
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Lp 289 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying S Lp 289 over Drain in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 54 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 70,130 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,190 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesS Lp 289
CrossesDrain
Location0.60 MI W of University
RouteState Highway 289
CountyLubbock County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.52901, -101.87946
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70,130 (2013)
Projected traffic98,190 by 2033
Trucks15%
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 S Lp 289 over Drain built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is S Lp 289 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does S Lp 289 over Drain carry?

About 70,130 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S Lp 289 over Drain?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns S Lp 289 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.