US Bridges

US 59 over Drain

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 0.20 MI S of Lp 463 · Structure no. 132350008805067

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,200
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Drain in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 61 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,480 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long.

CarriesUS 59
CrossesDrain
Location0.20 MI S of Lp 463
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates28.81299, -96.92914
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,200 (2013)
Projected traffic11,480 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 59 over Drain built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 59 over Drain 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 over Drain carry?

About 8,200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Drain?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 59 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.