US Bridges

SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain

Good

Midland County, Texas · 0.65 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 061650118802005

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,966
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain in Midland County, Texas. It was built in 1971, 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 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 22,966 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,780 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 150 ft wide.

CarriesSH 158 / Lp 250
CrossesDrain
Location0.65 MI N of IH 20
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.95665, -102.14189
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width150 ft (45.7 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,966 (2017)
Projected traffic25,780 by 2037
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain built?

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

What condition is SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain carry?

About 22,966 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 150 ft wide.

Who owns SH 158 / Lp 250 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.