US 62 over Draw
FairChildress County, Texas · 1.65MI S of US 287 · Structure no. 250380003201001
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,619
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Draw in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2001, 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 1,619 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,730 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62 over Draw built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US 62 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 62 over Draw carry?
About 1,619 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 62 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 62 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.