Bu 40 EB over Draw
FairGray County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of FM 3143 · Structure no. 040910027523006
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 389
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 40 EB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 40 EB over Draw in Gray County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 6 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 389 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,580 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 40 EB over Draw built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 40 EB 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Bu 40 EB over Draw carry?
About 389 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Bu 40 EB over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 40 EB over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.