US Bridges

US 90/US 183 over Draw

Fair

Caldwell County, Texas · 2.6 MI SE of SH 80 · Structure no. 140280002903012

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1956
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,169
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90/US 183 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90/US 183 over Draw in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 94 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 8,169 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,437 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90/US 183
CrossesDraw
Location2.6 MI SE of SH 80
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyCaldwell County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.66115, -97.61287
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,169 (2023)
Projected traffic11,437 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$26,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90/US 183 over Draw built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.

What condition is US 90/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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 90/US 183 over Draw carry?

About 8,169 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 90/US 183 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 90/US 183 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.