SH 21 over Draw
FairMadison County, Texas · 1.8 MI NE of IH 45 · Structure no. 171540011705062
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,991
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 21 over Draw in Madison County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 99 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 4,991 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,184 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 21 over Draw built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is SH 21 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SH 21 over Draw carry?
About 4,991 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 over Draw?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 21 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.