US Bridges

US 59 over Draw

Good

Bee County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of US 181 · Structure no. 160130008801027

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,377
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Draw in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 76 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 7,377 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,070 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesDraw
Location0.1 MI E of US 181
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates28.41014, -97.72794
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 inspectionMarch 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,377 (2024)
Projected traffic9,070 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$333,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Draw built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 59 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 over Draw carry?

About 7,377 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Draw?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.