US Bridges

US 183 over Draw

Fair

Eastland County, Texas · 2.25 MI S of FM 2526 · Structure no. 230680012702030

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,096
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Draw in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,096 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,410 by 2038. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 183
CrossesDraw
Location2.25 MI S of FM 2526
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.23853, -98.95836
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic2,096 (2020)
Projected traffic3,410 by 2038
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 183 over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 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 US 183 over Draw carry?

About 2,096 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Draw?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 183 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.