US Bridges

IH 35E over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.9 MI NE of US 287 · Structure no. 180710004804034

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
69,257
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 68 years old, older 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 69,257 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,250 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long and 275 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35E
CrossesDraw
Location2.9 MI NE of US 287
RouteInterstate 35
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.46512, -96.84157
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width275 ft (83.9 m)
Roadway width160 ft (48.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,257 (2020)
Projected traffic76,250 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 35E over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is IH 35E 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 35E over Draw carry?

About 69,257 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 275 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.