US 285 over Draw
GoodCulberson County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of New Mex S/L · Structure no. 240550013901033
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,518
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 90 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 5,518 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Draw built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is US 285 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 over Draw carry?
About 5,518 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Draw?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.