US Bridges

Lp 291 over Harrison Draw

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 2.66 MI E of IH 10 · Structure no. 071340014110057

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
100 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
103
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 291 over Harrison Draw is a concrete continuous slab carrying Lp 291 over Harrison Draw in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 103 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesLp 291
CrossesHarrison Draw
Location2.66 MI E of IH 10
RouteState Highway 291
StateTexas
Coordinates30.49421, -100.00742
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic103 (2023)
Projected traffic180 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Lp 291 over Harrison Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 291 over Harrison 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 291 over Harrison Draw carry?

About 103 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Lp 291 over Harrison Draw?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 291 over Harrison Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.