US Bridges

Braes Bayou DR over Draw

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of S Braeswood · Structure no. 121020B09249680

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
84 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,930
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Braes Bayou DR over Draw is a concrete slab carrying Braes Bayou DR over Draw in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,930 vehicles a day, projected to reach 826 by 2034. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBraes Bayou DR
CrossesDraw
Location0.20 MI N of S Braeswood
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67608, -95.51529
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,930 (2014)
Projected traffic826 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Braes Bayou DR over Draw built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Braes Bayou DR 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 2023.

How much traffic does Braes Bayou DR over Draw carry?

About 1,930 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Braes Bayou DR over Draw?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Braes Bayou DR over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.