US Bridges

Lp 338 over Draw

Good

Ector County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 060690222401021

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,615
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 338 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 338 over Draw in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,615 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,410 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 338
CrossesDraw
Location1.20 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 338
CountyEctor County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.84898, -102.3011
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 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,615 (2020)
Projected traffic6,410 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Lp 338 over Draw built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 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 Lp 338 over Draw carry?

About 4,615 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Lp 338 over Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Lp 338 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.