SH 70 over Draw
FairCoke County, Texas · 0.70 MI N of US 277 · Structure no. 070410026404042
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,516
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 70 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 70 over Draw in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 92 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 1,516 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,150 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 70 over Draw built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is SH 70 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 70 over Draw carry?
About 1,516 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is SH 70 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 70 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.