US Bridges

US 82 / US 277 over Draw

Fair

Archer County, Texas · 1.4 MI W of FM 368 N · Structure no. 030050015605014

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,468
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 / US 277 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 / US 277 over Draw in Archer County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 97 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,468 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,255 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 82 / US 277
CrossesDraw
Location1.4 MI W of FM 368 N
RouteU.S. Route 82
CountyArcher County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.80697, -98.72037
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,468 (2020)
Projected traffic6,255 by 2040
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 82 / US 277 over Draw built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is US 82 / US 277 over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.

How much traffic does US 82 / US 277 over Draw carry?

About 4,468 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 82 / US 277 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 82 / US 277 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.