US Bridges

SH 158 over Draw

Good

Coke County, Texas · 1.25 MI W of US 277 · Structure no. 070410040604021

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,336
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 158 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 158 over Draw in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 86 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 1,336 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSH 158
CrossesDraw
Location1.25 MI W of US 277
RouteState Highway 158
StateTexas
Coordinates31.8917, -100.31175
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 inspectionMay 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,336 (2022)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 158 over Draw built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is SH 158 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 158 over Draw carry?

About 1,336 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is SH 158 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns SH 158 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.