SH 78 over Draw
FairFannin County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of SH 56 · Structure no. 010750027903017
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,680
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 78 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 78 over Draw in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2,680 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,370 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 78 over Draw built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 78 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 78 over Draw carry?
About 2,680 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 78 over Draw?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns SH 78 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.