US Bridges

SH 203 over Draw

Fair

Donley County, Texas · 2.80 MI NE of Hedley · Structure no. 250650044801006

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
367
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 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 367 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 430 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 203
CrossesDraw
Location2.80 MI NE of Hedley
RouteState Highway 203
StateTexas
Coordinates34.88694, -100.62189
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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic367 (2020)
Projected traffic430 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 203 over Draw carry?

About 367 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 203 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 203 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.