SH 273 over Draw
FairGray County, Texas · 6.2 MI S of FM 2473 · Structure no. 040910056002013
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 289
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 273 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 273 over Draw in Gray County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 91 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 289 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. 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 273 over Draw built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is SH 273 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 273 over Draw carry?
About 289 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 273 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 273 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.