US Bridges

US 287 over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.60 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 180710017208481

Built
1994
31 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,336
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 2016, 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 15,336 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,852 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 287
CrossesDraw
Location0.60 MI SW of IH 45
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.29309, -96.57804
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic15,336 (2022)
Projected traffic18,852 by 2042
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 287 over Draw built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is US 287 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Draw carry?

About 15,336 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 287 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.