US Bridges

SH 273 over Draw

Good

Donley County, Texas · 12.84 MI S of Gray C/L · Structure no. 250650056004021

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 273 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 273 over Draw in Donley 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesSH 273
CrossesDraw
Location12.84 MI S of Gray C/L
RouteState Highway 273
StateTexas
Coordinates35.00657, -100.58215
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 inspectionJune 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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic150 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 273 over Draw built?

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

What condition is SH 273 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SH 273 over Draw carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 273 over Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 273 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.