SH 163 over Draw
FairVal Verde County, Texas · 16.4 MI S of RM 189 · Structure no. 222330041205027
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 161
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 163 over Draw is a steel culvert carrying SH 163 over Draw in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 161 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 108.7 mi (175 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 163 over Draw built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 163 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SH 163 over Draw carry?
About 161 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SH 163 over Draw?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SH 163 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.