US Bridges

FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Webb County, Texas · 26.35 MI NW of IH 35 · Structure no. 222400215003015

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,237
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 52 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 1,237 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 1472
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location26.35 MI NW of IH 35
RouteState Highway 1472
StateTexas
Coordinates27.78142, -99.79771
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,237 (2019)
Projected traffic790 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is FM 1472 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 1,237 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 1472 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.