US 183 over Draw
FairGonzales County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 130900015302021
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,233
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Draw is a concrete slab carrying US 183 over Draw in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 104 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 8,233 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,526 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Draw built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 183 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 US 183 over Draw carry?
About 8,233 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Draw?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.