US Bridges

SH 203 over Draw

Good

Donley County, Texas · 1.40 MI NE of Hedley · Structure no. 250650044801005

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
495
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 203 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 203 over Draw in Donley County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 495 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 880 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 203
CrossesDraw
Location1.40 MI NE of Hedley
RouteState Highway 203
CountyDonley County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.88023, -100.64469
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic495 (2020)
Projected traffic880 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 203 over Draw built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 203 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 203 over Draw carry?

About 495 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 203 over Draw?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 203 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.