US Bridges

SH 154 over Draw

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 1.20 MI W of FM 450 · Structure no. 191030040203019

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,602
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 154 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 154 over Draw in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 2,602 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 154
CrossesDraw
Location1.20 MI W of FM 450
RouteState Highway 154
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67738, -94.59961
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic2,602 (2020)
Projected traffic3,400 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 154 over Draw built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 154 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SH 154 over Draw carry?

About 2,602 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 154 over Draw?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 154 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.