US Bridges

Lp 287 over Draw

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 1.05 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 110030255301011

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,820
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 287 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 287 over Draw in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 11,820 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,730 by 2030. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 287
CrossesDraw
Location1.05 MI W of US 59
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates31.37088, -94.7275
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 inspectionMay 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width127 ft (38.8 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,820 (2010)
Projected traffic17,730 by 2030
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Lp 287 over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 287 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 287 over Draw carry?

About 11,820 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Lp 287 over Draw?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 287 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.