US 290 over Draw
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of FM 1376 · Structure no. 140870011302045
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 290 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Draw in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 69 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 12,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,100 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 290 over Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is US 290 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 290 over Draw carry?
About 12,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 290 over Draw?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns US 290 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.