US Bridges

US 90 over Dagger Draw

Good

Brewster County, Texas · 13.7 MI E of US 385 N · Structure no. 240220002104092

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
308
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Dagger Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Dagger Draw in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 308 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDagger Draw
Location13.7 MI E of US 385 N
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21536, -102.99279
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic308 (2020)
Projected traffic440 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 90 over Dagger Draw built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Dagger 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Dagger Draw carry?

About 308 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Dagger Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 90 over Dagger Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.