US Bridges

US 283 over Draw

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 0.45 MI S of Callahan C/L · Structure no. 230420043705030

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
453
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 1939, 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 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 453 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 283
CrossesDraw
Location0.45 MI S of Callahan C/L
RouteU.S. Route 283
StateTexas
Coordinates32.07341, -99.42255
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic453 (2020)
Projected traffic460 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 283 over Draw built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

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 453 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 283 over Draw?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 283 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.