SH 21 over Draw
GoodHays County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of SH 80 · Structure no. 141060047102046
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,732
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Draw in Hays County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 85 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 8,732 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,098 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 over Draw built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is SH 21 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 SH 21 over Draw carry?
About 8,732 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Draw?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns SH 21 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.