US Bridges

IH 20 over Draw

Good

Ector County, Texas · 1.06 MI W of Lp 338 East · Structure no. 060690000513027

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
42,488
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Draw in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 42,488 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,560 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long.

CarriesIH 20
CrossesDraw
Location1.06 MI W of Lp 338 East
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.8547, -102.31695
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic42,488 (2020)
Projected traffic52,560 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 over Draw built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Draw carry?

About 42,488 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.