US Bridges

US 62 over Draw

Fair

Culberson County, Texas · 11.35 MI NE of SH 54 · Structure no. 240550023301040

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,226
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,226 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,440 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 62
CrossesDraw
Location11.35 MI NE of SH 54
RouteU.S. Route 62
CountyCulberson County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.9064, -104.78189
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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
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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,226 (2020)
Projected traffic2,440 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 over Draw built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 62 over 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 over Draw carry?

About 2,226 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 62 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 62 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.