SH 243 over Draw
FairKaufman County, Texas · 2.30 MI E of FM 429 · Structure no. 181300052201029
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,714
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 243 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 243 over Draw in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,714 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,197 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 243 over Draw built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 243 over 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SH 243 over Draw carry?
About 2,714 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 243 over Draw?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns SH 243 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.