US Bridges

Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch

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Lubbock County, Texas · 0.6 MI W of US 82 · Structure no. 051520078302066

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
19,140
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 19,140 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,800 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long.

Location

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CarriesLp 289
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.6 MI W of US 82
RouteState Highway 289
CountyLubbock County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.60697, -101.79908
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic19,140 (2013)
Projected traffic26,800 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
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 Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 289 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 Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 19,140 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Lp 289 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.