Melrose Ave over Drain
FairTom Green County, Texas · 0.70 MI E of FM 2288 · Structure no. 072260B02103001
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,465
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Melrose Ave over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Melrose Ave over Drain in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,465 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,278 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Melrose Ave over Drain built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Melrose Ave over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Melrose Ave over Drain carry?
About 1,465 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Melrose Ave over Drain?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Melrose Ave over Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.