US Bridges

SH 36 over Draw

Good

Callahan County, Texas · 7.70 MI SE of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 080300018102010

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,045
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 36 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 36 over Draw in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 84 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 3,045 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,660 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesSH 36
CrossesDraw
Location7.70 MI SE of Taylor C/L
RouteState Highway 36
StateTexas
Coordinates32.25845, -99.54519
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic3,045 (2015)
Projected traffic4,660 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 36 over Draw built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is SH 36 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 36 over Draw carry?

About 3,045 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is SH 36 over Draw?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 36 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.