US Bridges

Babcock RD over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 2.15 MI SE of Scenic Lp · Structure no. 150150AA0170005

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,967
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 2006, so it is 19 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 6,967 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,000 by 2030. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesBabcock RD
CrossesDraw
Location2.15 MI SE of Scenic Lp
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62704, -98.64957
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,967 (2020)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2030
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 2006, making it 19 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 6,967 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Babcock RD over Draw?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Babcock RD over Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.