SH 70 over Draw
FairMotley County, Texas · 13.55 MI S of Hall C/L · Structure no. 251730010504021
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 222
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 70 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 70 over Draw in Motley County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 93 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 222 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 50 ft wide.
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 70 over Draw built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is SH 70 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 70 over Draw carry?
About 222 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 70 over Draw?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 70 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.