US Bridges

SH 137 over Schneemann Draw

Good

Crockett County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of US 190 W · Structure no. 070530055810040

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
182 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
2,473
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 137 over Schneemann Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 137 over Schneemann Draw in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,473 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,329 by 2038. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesSH 137
CrossesSchneemann Draw
Location2.4 MI N of US 190 W
RouteState Highway 137
StateTexas
Coordinates30.93884, -101.46253
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadUnknown
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 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 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 137 over Schneemann 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 137 over Schneemann Draw carry?

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

How long is SH 137 over Schneemann Draw?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SH 137 over Schneemann Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.