SH 286 over Draw
GoodNueces County, Texas · 5.0 MI S of SH 357 · Structure no. 161780032601006
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,124
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 286 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 286 over Draw in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 94 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 5,124 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,559 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 286 over Draw built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is SH 286 over 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 286 over Draw carry?
About 5,124 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SH 286 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns SH 286 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.