US Bridges

SH 54 over Draw

Fair

Culberson County, Texas · 11.10 MI S of US 62 · Structure no. 240550023303031

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
209
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 54 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 54 over Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 6 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 209 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2027. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 54
CrossesDraw
Location11.10 MI S of US 62
RouteState Highway 54
CountyCulberson County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.63991, -104.8623
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic209 (2020)
Projected traffic210 by 2027
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 54 over Draw built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 54 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 54 over Draw carry?

About 209 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is SH 54 over Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns SH 54 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.