SH 163 over Draw
GoodIrion County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Tom Green C/L · Structure no. 071190164804006
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 274
- 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 1957, so it is 68 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 274 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,102 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 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 163 over Draw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
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 274 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is SH 163 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SH 163 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.