US Bridges

SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw

Good

Karnes County, Texas · 0.35 MI SW of FM 792 · Structure no. 161290034804012

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,939
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 96 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 3,939 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,730 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSH 80
CrossesSan Antonio River Draw
Location0.35 MI SW of FM 792
RouteState Highway 80
StateTexas
Coordinates28.9327, -97.83923
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,939 (2020)
Projected traffic5,730 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is SH 80 over San Antonio River 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 80 over San Antonio River Draw carry?

About 3,939 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SH 80 over San Antonio River Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.