SH 44 over Drain
FairNueces County, Texas · 0.9 MI E of Jim Wells C/L · Structure no. 161780037303021
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,814
- 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 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 4,814 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,479 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SH 44 over Drain carry?
About 4,814 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 130 ft wide.
Who owns SH 44 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.