US Bridges

FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Orange County, Texas · 3.05 MI W of FM 105 · Structure no. 201810078404002

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,457
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 3,457 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,130 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 1131
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location3.05 MI W of FM 105
RouteState Highway 1131
StateTexas
Coordinates30.19533, -94.0702
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,457 (2022)
Projected traffic4,130 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1131 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 3,457 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 1131 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.