US Bridges

SH 54 over Draw

Good

Culberson County, Texas · 12.5 MI S of US 62 · Structure no. 240550023303046

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 54 over Draw is a steel culvert carrying SH 54 over Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 78 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

CarriesSH 54
CrossesDraw
Location12.5 MI S of US 62
RouteState Highway 54
StateTexas
Coordinates31.62122, -104.85906
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2013)
Projected traffic140 by 2033
Trucks19%
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 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is SH 54 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 SH 54 over Draw carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 54 over Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns SH 54 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.