CO RD 294 over Draw
PoorLavaca County, Texas · 1.05 MI S of CO RD 290 · Structure no. 131430AA0110003
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 294 over Draw is a steel culvert carrying CO RD 294 over Draw in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2034. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 294 over Draw built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 294 over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does CO RD 294 over Draw carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is CO RD 294 over Draw?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO RD 294 over Draw?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.