US Bridges

US 83 over Draw

Good

Concho County, Texas · 0.88 MI S of Int US 87 · Structure no. 070480003504089

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 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 2016, so it is 9 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 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDraw
Location0.88 MI S of Int US 87
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates31.20395, -99.8449
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.2 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 traffic4,218 (2020)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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 2016, making it 9 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 83 over Draw carry?

About 4,218 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Draw?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 83 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.