IH 27 over Drainage Ditch
GoodSwisher County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of SH 86 · Structure no. 052190006703151
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,775
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 27 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 27 over Drainage Ditch in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 8,775 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,760 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. 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 27 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 27 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 27 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 8,775 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is IH 27 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns IH 27 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.