US Bridges

US 60 over Draw

Good

Deaf Smith County, Texas · 4.7 MI W of US 385 · Structure no. 040590016805003

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,337
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 60 over Draw in Deaf Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 90 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 3,337 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,310 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 60
CrossesDraw
Location4.7 MI W of US 385
RouteU.S. Route 60
StateTexas
Coordinates34.76469, -102.46199
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,337 (2023)
Projected traffic9,310 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 60 over Draw built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is US 60 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 US 60 over Draw carry?

About 3,337 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is US 60 over Draw?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 60 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.