SH 23 over Draw
GoodLipscomb County, Texas · 8.9 MI S of SH 15 · Structure no. 041480133701004
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 337
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 23 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 23 over Draw in Lipscomb County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 69 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 337 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 23 over Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is SH 23 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 SH 23 over Draw carry?
About 337 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SH 23 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SH 23 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.