US Bridges

Sl 79 over Draw

Good

Val Verde County, Texas · 0.4 MI W of US 90 · Structure no. 222330362101013

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,135
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sl 79 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Sl 79 over Draw in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 1,135 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,700 by 2030. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSl 79
CrossesDraw
Location0.4 MI W of US 90
RouteState Highway 79
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44211, -100.92326
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,135 (2013)
Projected traffic4,700 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sl 79 over Draw built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sl 79 over 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Sl 79 over Draw carry?

About 1,135 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Sl 79 over Draw?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sl 79 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.