US Bridges

US 377 over Draw

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.05 MI S of IH 35E · Structure no. 180610008104044

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,251
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Draw in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 9,251 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,310 by 2029. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 377
CrossesDraw
Location2.05 MI S of IH 35E
RouteU.S. Route 377
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17009, -97.15022
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,251 (2023)
Projected traffic44,310 by 2029
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 377 over Draw built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 377 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Draw carry?

About 9,251 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 377 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.