SH 256 over Draw
GoodHall County, Texas · 1.25 MI E of FM 3517 · Structure no. 250970054102017
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 646
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 256 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 256 over Draw in Hall County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 94 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 646 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 45 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 256 over Draw built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is SH 256 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 256 over Draw carry?
About 646 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SH 256 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 256 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.