US Bridges

US 67 over Draw

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 0.20 MI S of US 287 · Structure no. 180710026002027

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,389
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 56 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 21,389 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,133 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 508 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 67
CrossesDraw
Location0.20 MI S of US 287
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47912, -97.00971
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width508 ft (154.8 m)
Roadway width166 ft (50.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,389 (2023)
Projected traffic27,133 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 67 over Draw built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US 67 over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does US 67 over Draw carry?

About 21,389 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 508 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.