US Bridges

IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw

Good

Atascosa County, Texas · 2.50 MI N of SH 97 · Structure no. 150070007310238

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,890
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,890 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,050 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 37 W Frtg RD
CrossesDraw
Location2.50 MI N of SH 97
RouteInterstate 37
StateTexas
Coordinates29.03034, -98.43214
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,890 (2013)
Projected traffic4,050 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$312,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw carry?

About 2,890 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns IH 37 W Frtg RD over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.