SH 86 over Catfish Draw
GoodParmer County, Texas · 1.0 MI NE of FM 1731 · Structure no. 051850030201007
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 131 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,051
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 86 over Catfish Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 86 over Catfish Draw in Parmer County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 85 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 1,051 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,270 by 2033. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 86 over Catfish Draw built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is SH 86 over Catfish 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SH 86 over Catfish Draw carry?
About 1,051 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 86 over Catfish Draw?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 86 over Catfish Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.