US Bridges

IH 40 over Draw

Good

Deaf Smith County, Texas · 1.9 MI E of State Line · Structure no. 040590009001004

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,800
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 40 over Draw in Deaf Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 87 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 11,800 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,530 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 172 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 73.9 mi (119 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 40
CrossesDraw
Location1.9 MI E of State Line
RouteInterstate 40
CountyDeaf Smith County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.18258, -103.00965
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width172 ft (52.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,800 (2013)
Projected traffic16,530 by 2033
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed73.9 mi (119 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$77,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 40 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is IH 40 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IH 40 over Draw carry?

About 11,800 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 172 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.