US Bridges

RM 652 over Castille Draw

Good

Culberson County, Texas · 6.95 Miles E. of FM 1165 · Structure no. 240550245102015

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,295
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 652 over Castille Draw is a concrete culvert carrying RM 652 over Castille Draw in Culberson County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 4,295 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 652
CrossesCastille Draw
Location6.95 Miles E. of FM 1165
RouteState Highway 652
CountyCulberson County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.88332, -104.31579
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,295 (2019)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 RM 652 over Castille Draw built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 652 over Castille 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 RM 652 over Castille Draw carry?

About 4,295 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is RM 652 over Castille Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns RM 652 over Castille Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.