US Bridges

SH 95 over Drain

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 2.80 MI S of FM 971 · Structure no. 142460032003034

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,038
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 95 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 95 over Drain in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 85 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 6,038 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,816 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 95
CrossesDrain
Location2.80 MI S of FM 971
RouteState Highway 95
CountyWilliamson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.677, -97.45191
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,038 (2020)
Projected traffic9,816 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 95 over Drain built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is SH 95 over Drain 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 95 over Drain carry?

About 6,038 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 95 over Drain?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns SH 95 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.