SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw
GoodWharton County, Texas · 0.95 MI S of FM 1161 · Structure no. 132410008910042
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,514
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 97 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 2,514 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is SH 60/BU 59 R 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw carry?
About 2,514 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns SH 60/BU 59 R over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.