US Bridges

SH 55 over Draw

Good

Edwards County, Texas · 20.9 MI S of US 377 · Structure no. 070700023502022

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
935
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 55 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 55 over Draw in Edwards County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 935 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 952 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesSH 55
CrossesDraw
Location20.9 MI S of US 377
RouteState Highway 55
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77079, -100.07864
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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic935 (2020)
Projected traffic952 by 2038
Trucks49%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 55 over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 55 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 55 over Draw carry?

About 935 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.

How long is SH 55 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 55 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.