US 181 over Cow Creek Draw
FairKarnes County, Texas · 3.6 MI NW of FM 1144 · Structure no. 161290010005023
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,838
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 181 over Cow Creek Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 181 over Cow Creek Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 99 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 6 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 5,838 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,173 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 181 over Cow Creek Draw built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is US 181 over Cow Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 181 over Cow Creek Draw carry?
About 5,838 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 181 over Cow Creek Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 181 over Cow Creek Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.