US Bridges

SH 17 over Wienacht Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 3.60 MI SW of FM 2903 · Structure no. 061950044104034

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
771
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 17 over Wienacht Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 17 over Wienacht Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 771 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 17
CrossesWienacht Draw
Location3.60 MI SW of FM 2903
RouteState Highway 17
CountyReeves County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.94929, -103.77754
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic771 (2020)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 17 over Wienacht Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 17 over Wienacht 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 17 over Wienacht Draw carry?

About 771 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 17 over Wienacht Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns SH 17 over Wienacht Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.