US Bridges

SH 161 Pgbt over Draw

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.12 MI NE of SH 114 · Structure no. 180570296401045

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,600
2016 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

SH 161 Pgbt over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 161 Pgbt over Draw in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 5,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16,340 by 2036. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 464 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 161 Pgbt
CrossesDraw
Location1.12 MI NE of SH 114
RouteState Highway 161
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90552, -96.9573
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width464 ft (141.4 m)
Roadway width2 ft (0.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,600 (2016)
Projected traffic16,340 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 161 Pgbt over Draw built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 161 Pgbt over 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 161 Pgbt over Draw carry?

About 5,600 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is SH 161 Pgbt over Draw?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 464 ft wide.

Who owns SH 161 Pgbt over Draw?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.