US Bridges

Mill Pond RD over Draw

GoodPosted for load

Harrison County, Texas · 1.3 MI N of FM 2198 · Structure no. 191030AA0100001

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
120
2013 count
Owner
State
State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

Mill Pond RD over Draw is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mill Pond RD over Draw in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 57 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesMill Pond RD
CrossesDraw
Location1.3 MI N of FM 2198
RouteState Highway 0
CountyHarrison County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.69176, -94.18014
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.9 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2013)
Projected traffic120 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byState Park, Forest, or Reservation 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 Mill Pond RD over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Mill Pond RD 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Mill Pond RD over Draw carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Mill Pond RD over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Mill Pond RD over Draw?

It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.