US Bridges

SH 163 over Gurley Draw

Fair

Crockett County, Texas · 0.73 MI S of Lp 466 · Structure no. 070530041204014

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
137 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
6,863
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 163 over Gurley Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 163 over Gurley Draw in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 6,863 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,550 by 2033. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 163
CrossesGurley Draw
Location0.73 MI S of Lp 466
RouteState Highway 163
CountyCrockett County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.70082, -101.20617
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13
Design loadUnknown
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,863 (2020)
Projected traffic8,550 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 163 over Gurley Draw built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 163 over Gurley 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 163 over Gurley Draw carry?

About 6,863 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 163 over Gurley Draw?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 163 over Gurley Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.