US Bridges

US 70 over Draw

Good

Foard County, Texas · 1.74 MI E of Cottle C/L · Structure no. 250790014604015

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
467
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 70 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 70 over Draw in Foard County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 95 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 467 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,190 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 53 ft wide.

CarriesUS 70
CrossesDraw
Location1.74 MI E of Cottle C/L
RouteU.S. Route 70
StateTexas
Coordinates34.07825, -100.0194
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic467 (2020)
Projected traffic1,190 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 70 over Draw built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 70 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 70 over Draw carry?

About 467 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 70 over Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns US 70 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.