US Bridges

US 287 SB over Draw

Good

Clay County, Texas · 0.8 MI SE of Spur 510 · Structure no. 030390022401041

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,350
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 SB over Draw in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 8,350 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,690 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 287 SB
CrossesDraw
Location0.8 MI SE of Spur 510
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates33.79085, -98.17215
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,350 (2013)
Projected traffic11,690 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 SB over Draw built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 SB over Draw carry?

About 8,350 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.