Smithson Valley DR over Draw
GoodComal County, Texas · 0.70 SW of SH 46 · Structure no. 150460AA2260001
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,639
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smithson Valley DR over Draw is a steel culvert carrying Smithson Valley DR over Draw in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,639 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2037. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smithson Valley DR over Draw built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smithson Valley DR 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Smithson Valley DR over Draw carry?
About 3,639 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Smithson Valley DR over Draw?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Smithson Valley DR over Draw?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.