FM 665 over Drainage Ditch
GoodNueces County, Texas · 5.65 MI E of US 77 · Structure no. 161780105202031
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,412
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 665 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete slab carrying FM 665 over Drainage Ditch in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 67 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 5,412 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,520 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 665 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is FM 665 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 665 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 5,412 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 665 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FM 665 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.