US 283 over Draw
FairCallahan County, Texas · 10.30 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 080300043704027
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 626
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 283 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 283 over Draw in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 86 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 626 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 283 over Draw built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 283 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 283 over Draw carry?
About 626 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 283 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 283 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.