US Bridges

IH 35 NB FR over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.16 MI S of Cibolo Creek · Structure no. 150150001607095

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,121
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB FR over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 NB FR over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 65 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 10,121 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,372 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

CarriesIH 35 NB FR
CrossesDraw
Location1.16 MI S of Cibolo Creek
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57754, -98.32046
Functional classUrban 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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,121 (2022)
Projected traffic14,372 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 IH 35 NB FR over Draw built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is IH 35 NB FR 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 35 NB FR over Draw carry?

About 10,121 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 NB FR over Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35 NB FR over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.