US 79 over Draw
GoodWilliamson County, Texas · 4.5 MI E JCT IH 35 · Structure no. 142460020401006
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,708
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Draw in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 99 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 34,708 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,674 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 170 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 US 79 over Draw built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is US 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Draw carry?
About 34,708 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Draw?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 170 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.