US Bridges

US 385 over Mayfield Draw

Fair

Crane County, Texas · 2.30 MI N of SH 329 · Structure no. 060520022902003

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
96 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
7,044
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 385 over Mayfield Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 385 over Mayfield Draw in Crane County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,044 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,170 by 2033. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 187 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 385
CrossesMayfield Draw
Location2.30 MI N of SH 329
RouteU.S. Route 385
StateTexas
Coordinates31.42974, -102.36053
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans11
Design loadH 15
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width187 ft (57.1 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,044 (2020)
Projected traffic10,170 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
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 385 over Mayfield Draw built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 385 over Mayfield Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 385 over Mayfield Draw carry?

About 7,044 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 385 over Mayfield Draw?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 187 ft wide.

Who owns US 385 over Mayfield Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.