SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw
GoodMitchell County, Texas · 1.1 MI NE of FM 670 · Structure no. 081680033301009
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 580
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw in Mitchell County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 580 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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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 163 over Wild Horse Draw built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 163 over Wild Horse 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw carry?
About 580 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns SH 163 over Wild Horse Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.