US Bridges

US 385 over Drain

Good

Deaf Smith County, Texas · 6.5 MI S of FM 1062 · Structure no. 040590022605010

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,813
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 385 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 385 over Drain in Deaf Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1961, 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 1,813 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,670 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 385
CrossesDrain
Location6.5 MI S of FM 1062
RouteU.S. Route 385
StateTexas
Coordinates34.88947, -102.40441
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic1,813 (2023)
Projected traffic4,670 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 385 over Drain built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is US 385 over Drain 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 385 over Drain carry?

About 1,813 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 385 over Drain?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 385 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.