US 385 over Kaufman Draw
FairBrewster County, Texas · 28.7 MI S of US 90 · Structure no. 240220048502013
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 158 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 177
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 385 over Kaufman Draw is a concrete slab carrying US 385 over Kaufman Draw in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 64 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 177 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 385 over Kaufman Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 385 over Kaufman 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 385 over Kaufman Draw carry?
About 177 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 385 over Kaufman Draw?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US 385 over Kaufman Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.