SH 35 over Draw
FairRefugio County, Texas · 2.0 MI NE of SH 239 · Structure no. 161960018002015
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,771
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 35 over Draw in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 95 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 3,771 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,506 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 35 over Draw built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SH 35 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 35 over Draw carry?
About 3,771 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 over Draw?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SH 35 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.