SH 97 over Draw
GoodGonzales County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of FM 2814 · Structure no. 130900002507191
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,769
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 97 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 97 over Draw in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 1,769 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,980 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 97 over Draw built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 97 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 97 over Draw carry?
About 1,769 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 97 over Draw?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns SH 97 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.