US Bridges

SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw

Good

Menard County, Texas · 0.85 MI E of FM 2092 · Structure no. 071640039601021

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
812
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw in Menard County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 812 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 770 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesSH 29
CrossesMcdougald Draw
Location0.85 MI E of FM 2092
RouteState Highway 29
StateTexas
Coordinates30.86974, -99.59292
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic812 (2022)
Projected traffic770 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 29 over Mcdougald 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw carry?

About 812 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 29 over Mcdougald Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.