US Bridges

Binz Engleman RD over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of N Foster RD · Structure no. 150150AA0437004

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,766
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Binz Engleman RD over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Binz Engleman RD over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 10,766 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2030. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBinz Engleman RD
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI E of N Foster RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.46586, -98.34972
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,766 (2020)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Binz Engleman RD over Draw built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Binz Engleman 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does Binz Engleman RD over Draw carry?

About 10,766 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Binz Engleman RD over Draw?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Binz Engleman RD over Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.