US Bridges

SH 97 over Draw

Good

Wilson County, Texas · 0.40 MI SW of Lp 181 · Structure no. 152470032802043

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,545
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 97 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 97 over Draw in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 7,545 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,242 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSH 97
CrossesDraw
Location0.40 MI SW of Lp 181
RouteState Highway 97
StateTexas
Coordinates29.12434, -98.15639
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width46 ft (13.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,545 (2023)
Projected traffic8,242 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 97 over Draw built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 97 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 97 over Draw carry?

About 7,545 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 97 over Draw?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns SH 97 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.