US Bridges

Heimer RD over Draw

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.58 MI N of Henderson RD · Structure no. 150150B15775001

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
606
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Heimer RD over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Heimer 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 606 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,508 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHeimer RD
CrossesDraw
Location0.58 MI N of Henderson RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.58243, -98.46443
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic606 (2020)
Projected traffic3,508 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Heimer RD over Draw built?

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

What condition is Heimer RD over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Heimer RD over Draw carry?

About 606 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Heimer RD over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Heimer RD over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.