US 283 over Draw
GoodColeman County, Texas · 1.85 MI N of US 84 · Structure no. 230420043705013
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,130
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 283 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 283 over Draw in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 89 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 1,130 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 283 over Draw built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is US 283 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 283 over Draw carry?
About 1,130 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 283 over Draw?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 283 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.