SH 163 over Draw
GoodIrion County, Texas · 1.5 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 071190041201002
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,711
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 163 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 163 over Draw in Irion County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1956, 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 1,711 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,492 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).
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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 163 over Draw built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is SH 163 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 163 over Draw carry?
About 1,711 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is SH 163 over Draw?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 163 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.