US Bridges

US 87 over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.60 MI W of Loop 1604 · Structure no. 150150014302076

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
12,714
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 12,714 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,037 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 87
CrossesDraw
Location1.60 MI W of Loop 1604
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.37201, -98.26857
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,714 (2023)
Projected traffic17,037 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 over Draw built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Draw carry?

About 12,714 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Draw?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 87 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.