US Bridges

University Blvd over Draw

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of FM 1460 · Structure no. 142460E05654004

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,154
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd over Draw in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 16,154 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,616 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUniversity Blvd
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI W of FM 1460
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.57246, -97.65145
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,154 (2020)
Projected traffic22,616 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 University Blvd over Draw built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does University Blvd over Draw carry?

About 16,154 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is University Blvd over Draw?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns University Blvd over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.