US Bridges

US 87 over Draw

Good

Concho County, Texas · 6.50 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 070480007003061

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,240
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Draw in Concho County, Texas. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 52 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 5,240 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,930 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 87
CrossesDraw
Location6.50 MI W of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.21752, -99.95675
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic5,240 (2022)
Projected traffic6,930 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 87 over Draw built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US 87 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 87 over Draw carry?

About 5,240 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 87 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.