IH 635 over Draw
PoorDallas County, Texas · 3.7 MI N of Elam RD · Structure no. 180570237402080
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 182,015
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 635 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 635 over Draw in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 182,015 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 223,760 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 635 over Draw built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 635 over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does IH 635 over Draw carry?
About 182,015 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 635 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 635 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.