US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch
FairWichita County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of US 287 · Structure no. 032430024901054
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 340 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US281/SH79 Exit Rp over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.