US Bridges

SH 207 over Hackberry Draw

Good

Hansford County, Texas · 3.5 MI N of FM 2535 · Structure no. 040990030801006

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
396
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 207 over Hackberry Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 207 over Hackberry Draw in Hansford County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 396 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesSH 207
CrossesHackberry Draw
Location3.5 MI N of FM 2535
RouteState Highway 207
StateTexas
Coordinates36.40743, -101.35239
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length52 ft (15.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic396 (2020)
Projected traffic320 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 207 over Hackberry Draw built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 207 over Hackberry 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 207 over Hackberry Draw carry?

About 396 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is SH 207 over Hackberry Draw?

The structure is 52 ft (15.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 207 over Hackberry Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.