US Bridges

US 83 over Draw

Good

Concho County, Texas · 7.4 MI S of Int W/ US 67 · Structure no. 070480003504091

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,131
2022 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 4,131 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long.

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDraw
Location7.4 MI S of Int W/ US 67
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates31.11181, -99.82563
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,131 (2022)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
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 4,131 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 83 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.