SH 97 over Draw
FairLa Salle County, Texas · 7.70 MI SW of Mcmullen · Structure no. 221420048301042
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,574
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 97 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 97 over Draw in La Salle County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 84 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 4,574 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,280 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 97 over Draw built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is SH 97 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SH 97 over Draw carry?
About 4,574 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is SH 97 over Draw?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 97 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.