US Bridges

Loop 338 over Draw

Good

Ector County, Texas · 1.45 MI NW of SH 191 · Structure no. 060690222401017

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,601
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 338 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Loop 338 over Draw in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 11,601 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,590 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesLoop 338
CrossesDraw
Location1.45 MI NW of SH 191
RouteState Highway 338
StateTexas
Coordinates31.91542, -102.32564
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,601 (2017)
Projected traffic12,590 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Loop 338 over Draw built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Loop 338 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 Loop 338 over Draw carry?

About 11,601 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Loop 338 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Loop 338 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.