US Bridges

US 83 over Draw

Good

Concho County, Texas · 5.30 MI S of US 87 · Structure no. 070480003504052

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,218
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Draw in Concho County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 4,218 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,320 by 2030. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDraw
Location5.30 MI S of US 87
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates31.14416, -99.82532
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,218 (2020)
Projected traffic5,320 by 2030
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.2 mi (105 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 over Draw built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 83 over Draw carry?

About 4,218 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Draw?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 83 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.