US Bridges

SH 124 over Draw

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of SH 65 · Structure no. 200360036801040

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,768
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 124 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 124 over Draw in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 8,768 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,080 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 124
CrossesDraw
Location0.2 MI N of SH 65
RouteState Highway 124
StateTexas
Coordinates29.79647, -94.38321
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 rating45 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,768 (2022)
Projected traffic7,080 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 124 over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 124 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SH 124 over Draw carry?

About 8,768 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 124 over Draw?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 124 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.