US Bridges

IH 35 over Draw

Good

La Salle County, Texas · 0.85 MI S of FM 468 · Structure no. 221420001708247

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
14,066
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Draw in La Salle County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 14,066 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,560 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

CarriesIH 35
CrossesDraw
Location0.85 MI S of FM 468
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates28.43208, -99.25109
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,066 (2020)
Projected traffic22,560 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 35 over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 over 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Draw carry?

About 14,066 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.