US Bridges

SH 359 over Draw

Good

Duval County, Texas · 8.30 MI SW of FM 2295 · Structure no. 220670008609045

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
1,014
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 359 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 359 over Draw in Duval County, Texas. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 98 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 1,014 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,010 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSH 359
CrossesDraw
Location8.30 MI SW of FM 2295
RouteState Highway 359
StateTexas
Coordinates27.49494, -98.48747
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 inspectionSeptember 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 spans8
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,014 (2020)
Projected traffic2,010 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 359 over Draw built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is SH 359 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SH 359 over Draw carry?

About 1,014 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 359 over Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns SH 359 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.