US Bridges

SH 163 over Tucker Draw

Fair

Crockett County, Texas · 10.11 MI South of Lp 466 · Structure no. 070530041204022

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
989
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 163 over Tucker Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 163 over Tucker Draw in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 989 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 462 by 2038. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long.

CarriesSH 163
CrossesTucker Draw
Location10.11 MI South of Lp 466
RouteState Highway 163
StateTexas
Coordinates30.57459, -101.16227
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic989 (2019)
Projected traffic462 by 2038
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Tucker Draw built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 163 over Tucker 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 Tucker Draw carry?

About 989 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is SH 163 over Tucker Draw?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 163 over Tucker Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.