US 59 over Draw
FairGoliad County, Texas · 3.1 MI E of US 183 · Structure no. 160890008803013
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Draw in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 96 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 7,250 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 196 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Draw built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is US 59 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Draw carry?
About 7,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 196 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.