US Bridges

SH 70 over Draw

Fair

Nolan County, Texas · 1.9 MI S of SH 153 · Structure no. 081770026402048

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
82 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,005
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 70 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 70 over Draw in Nolan County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,005 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,770 by 2033. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSH 70
CrossesDraw
Location1.9 MI S of SH 153
RouteState Highway 70
StateTexas
Coordinates32.27165, -100.33201
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,005 (2020)
Projected traffic1,770 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 70 over Draw built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 70 over Draw carry?

About 1,005 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 70 over Draw?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 70 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.