US Bridges

Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 1.2 MI N of Sanders Cemet · Structure no. 121700AA4726081

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,955
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 7,955 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,137 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesGrand Pines RD
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.2 MI N of Sanders Cemet
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.10727, -95.74601
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,955 (2021)
Projected traffic11,137 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Grand Pines RD 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 7,955 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns Grand Pines RD over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.