US Bridges

SH 146 over Draw

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 3.7 MI N of IH 10 · Structure no. 200360038902030

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,647
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 146 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 146 over Draw in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 15,647 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,360 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 146
CrossesDraw
Location3.7 MI N of IH 10
RouteState Highway 146
StateTexas
Coordinates29.87435, -94.89353
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic15,647 (2024)
Projected traffic17,360 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 146 over Draw built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 146 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 146 over Draw carry?

About 15,647 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 146 over Draw?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 146 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.