US 181 over Draw
FairBee County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of FM 623 · Structure no. 160130010007108
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,191
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 181 over Draw is a concrete slab carrying US 181 over Draw in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 85 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 5,191 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,110 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 181 over Draw built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 181 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 181 over Draw carry?
About 5,191 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 181 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 181 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.