FM 1694 over Drainage Ditch
GoodNueces County, Texas · 5.70 MI S of SH 44 · Structure no. 161780174201004
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 792
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1694 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete slab carrying FM 1694 over Drainage Ditch in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 792 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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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 1694 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1694 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 1694 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 792 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1694 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 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1694 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.