US Bridges

US 67 over Draw

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 1.30 MI E of FM 2805 · Structure no. 230420007802028

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,388
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Draw in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 76 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 2,388 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,420 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesDraw
Location1.30 MI E of FM 2805
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.76749, -99.64185
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,388 (2020)
Projected traffic3,420 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67 over Draw built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is US 67 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 67 over Draw carry?

About 2,388 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 67 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.