SH 239 over Drainage Ditch
GoodRefugio County, Texas · 9.8 MI E of US 77 · Structure no. 161960034901004
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,851
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 239 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 239 over Drainage Ditch in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 95 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 2,851 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,391 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 239 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is SH 239 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 239 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,851 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 239 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SH 239 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.