US Bridges

SH 163 over Baggett Draw N

Good

Crockett County, Texas · 0.75 MI South of RM 1973 · Structure no. 070530041204026

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
77 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
169
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 163 over Baggett Draw N is a concrete culvert carrying SH 163 over Baggett Draw N in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 169 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2038. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesSH 163
CrossesBaggett Draw N
Location0.75 MI South of RM 1973
RouteState Highway 163
StateTexas
Coordinates30.50199, -101.15163
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic169 (2018)
Projected traffic270 by 2038
Trucks32%
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 Baggett Draw N built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 163 over Baggett Draw N 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 163 over Baggett Draw N carry?

About 169 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is SH 163 over Baggett Draw N?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 163 over Baggett Draw N?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.