SH 44 over Drain
FairNueces County, Texas · 3.40 MI W of FM 666 · Structure no. 161780037303006
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,922
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 44 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 44 over Drain in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 96 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 8,922 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,881 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 165 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 44 over Drain built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is SH 44 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 44 over Drain carry?
About 8,922 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 44 over Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 165 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.