US Bridges

IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw

Fair

Eastland County, Texas · 0.50 MI NE of FM 570 · Structure no. 230680000704159

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,887
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 21,887 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,339 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 20 and N & S FR
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI NE of FM 570
RouteInterstate 20
CountyEastland County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.40429, -98.78306
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,887 (2020)
Projected traffic37,339 by 2038
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw carry?

About 21,887 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 20 and N & S FR over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.