US Bridges

Lp 464 over Drain

Fair

Ward County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 062380029207017

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,510
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 464 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 464 over Drain in Ward County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 5,510 vehicles a day, roughly 56% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 464
CrossesDrain
Location0.75 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 464
CountyWard County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.56211, -102.90588
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,510 (2020)
Projected traffic4,900 by 2033
Trucks56%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Lp 464 over Drain built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 464 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 464 over Drain carry?

About 5,510 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 56% are trucks.

How long is Lp 464 over Drain?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 464 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.