US Bridges

US 70 over Progress Draw

Fair

Bailey County, Texas · 1.5 MI NW of FM 2079 · Structure no. 050090005202024

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,282
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 over Progress Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 over Progress Draw in Bailey County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6 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 6,282 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 70
CrossesProgress Draw
Location1.5 MI NW of FM 2079
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyBailey County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.27078, -102.79725
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 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 loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width127 ft (38.8 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,282 (2020)
Projected traffic7,700 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 US 70 over Progress Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 70 over Progress 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 70 over Progress Draw carry?

About 6,282 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 70 over Progress Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.

Who owns US 70 over Progress Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.