US Bridges

US 183 over Draw

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.95 MI S of FM 20 W · Structure no. 140280015203029

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,918
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Draw in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 77 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 23,918 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,531 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesDraw
Location0.95 MI S of FM 20 W
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates29.85761, -97.66835
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic23,918 (2023)
Projected traffic43,531 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 183 over Draw built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US 183 over 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 183 over Draw carry?

About 23,918 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 183 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.