US 183 over Draw
FairBrown County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of FM 1689 · Structure no. 230250012703014
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,634
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Draw in Brown County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 95 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 2,634 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,903 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 US 183 over Draw built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 183 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 183 over Draw carry?
About 2,634 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.