US Bridges

IH 35 Efr over Draw

Good

Hays County, Texas · 5.4 MI S of RM 150 · Structure no. 141060001602117

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
12,930
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Efr over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Efr over Draw in Hays 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 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 12,930 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,100 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIH 35 Efr
CrossesDraw
Location5.4 MI S of RM 150
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.91296, -97.89668
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 15
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,930 (2013)
Projected traffic18,100 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Efr over Draw built?

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

What condition is IH 35 Efr 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35 Efr over Draw carry?

About 12,930 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Efr over Draw?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 35 Efr over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.