SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief
FairReeves County, Texas · 7.30 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 061950010301004
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,794
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 90 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 2,794 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,730 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief carry?
About 2,794 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 17 over Salt Draw Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.