US Bridges

SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw

Fair

Howard County, Texas · 4.6 MI W of FM 2599 · Structure no. 081150054804007

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
171 ft
20 main spans
Daily traffic
4,431
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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.

It carries about 4,431 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,160 by 2033. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 176
CrossesSulphur Springs Draw
Location4.6 MI W of FM 2599
RouteState Highway 176
CountyHoward County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.27102, -101.68908
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans20
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,431 (2022)
Projected traffic3,160 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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$20,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 176 over Sulphur Springs 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw carry?

About 4,431 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 176 over Sulphur Springs Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.