SH 97 over Draw
GoodGonzales County, Texas · 2.85 MI W of FM 466 · Structure no. 130900034701003
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,803
- 2023 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 1933 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 92 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 1,803 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,524 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. 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 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 97 over Draw carry?
About 1,803 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 97 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 97 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.