IH 37 over Drainage Ditch
GoodSan Patricio County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of SH 359 · Structure no. 162050007403135
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,913
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 over Drainage Ditch in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 19,913 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,878 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 307 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 IH 37 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 19,913 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.6 m) and a deck 307 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.