US Bridges

US 62 WB over Mccombs Draw

Good

Culberson County, Texas · 11.15 MI SW of FM 652 · Structure no. 240550023301019

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
870
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 WB over Mccombs Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 WB over Mccombs Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 870 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,220 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 62 WB
CrossesMccombs Draw
Location11.15 MI SW of FM 652
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates31.94063, -104.71076
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic870 (2013)
Projected traffic1,220 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 62 WB over Mccombs Draw built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 WB over Mccombs 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 62 WB over Mccombs Draw carry?

About 870 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 62 WB over Mccombs Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 62 WB over Mccombs Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.