SH 21 over Draw
FairBastrop County, Texas · 4.8 MI E of US 183 · Structure no. 140110047105048
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,461
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Draw in Bastrop County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 82 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 15,461 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,174 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over Draw built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is SH 21 over Draw 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 21 over Draw carry?
About 15,461 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 21 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.