SH 72 over Draw
FairMcMullen County, Texas · 3.20 MI E of SH 16 · Structure no. 151620048303028
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,032
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 72 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 72 over Draw in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 76 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 2,032 vehicles a day, roughly 55% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,845 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 72 over Draw built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is SH 72 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 72 over Draw carry?
About 2,032 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 55% are trucks.
How long is SH 72 over Draw?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 72 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.