US Bridges

Babcock RD over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of Scenic Lp R · Structure no. 150150AA0170001

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,561
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Babcock RD over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Babcock RD over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,561 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2027. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesBabcock RD
CrossesDraw
Location0.55 MI SE of Scenic Lp R
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.64121, -98.67193
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,561 (2020)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Babcock RD over Draw built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Babcock 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Babcock RD over Draw carry?

About 4,561 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Babcock RD over Draw?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Babcock RD over Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.