Bus US 181 over Draw
FairBee County, Texas · 1.5 MI S of FM 351 · Structure no. 160130010107002
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1952
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,581
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus US 181 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bus US 181 over Draw in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1952, so it is 96 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 1,581 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,213 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus US 181 over Draw built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.
What condition is Bus 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Bus US 181 over Draw carry?
About 1,581 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is Bus US 181 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Bus US 181 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.