SH 173 over Draw
GoodAtascosa County, Texas · 0.20 MI SE of FM 2146 · Structure no. 150070042104015
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,948
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 173 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 173 over Draw in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 78 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 2,948 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,790 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 173 over Draw built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is SH 173 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 SH 173 over Draw carry?
About 2,948 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 173 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 173 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.