Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw
GoodRefugio County, Texas · 0.7 MI W of FM 136 · Structure no. 161960AA0185002
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Road over Mullens Bayou 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Bell Road over Mullens Bayou Draw?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.