US Bridges

Bulverde Pkwy over Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.20 MI E of Bulverde RD · Structure no. 150150B04742001

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,294
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bulverde Pkwy over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bulverde Pkwy over Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,294 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2031. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBulverde Pkwy
CrossesDraw
Location0.20 MI E of Bulverde RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.63348, -98.4201
Functional classUrban 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,294 (2020)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Bulverde Pkwy over Draw built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bulverde Pkwy 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 Bulverde Pkwy over Draw carry?

About 2,294 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Bulverde Pkwy over Draw?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Bulverde Pkwy over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.