US Bridges

SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N

Fair

Crockett County, Texas · 5.85 MI S of Reagan CO LN · Structure no. 070530055810039

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,473
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N is a concrete culvert carrying SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,473 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,329 by 2038. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 137
CrossesSchneemann Draw N
Location5.85 MI S of Reagan CO LN
RouteState Highway 137
CountyCrockett County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.00403, -101.46222
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,473 (2019)
Projected traffic4,329 by 2038
Trucks49%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 137 over Schneemann Draw N built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N 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 137 over Schneemann Draw N carry?

About 2,473 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.

How long is SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SH 137 over Schneemann Draw N?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.