SH 166 over Medley Draw
GoodJeff Davis County, Texas · 3.50 MI E of RM 505 · Structure no. 241230041503007
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 166 over Medley Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 166 over Medley Draw in Jeff Davis County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 166 over Medley Draw built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 166 over Medley 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SH 166 over Medley Draw carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 166 over Medley Draw?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SH 166 over Medley Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.