US Bridges

US 82 over Draw

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of FM 901 · Structure no. 010920004518127

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,932
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Draw in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 19,932 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,110 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long.

CarriesUS 82
CrossesDraw
Location0.5 MI E of FM 901
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.67235, -96.83894
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,932 (2020)
Projected traffic24,110 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
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 82 over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 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 82 over Draw carry?

About 19,932 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Draw?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 82 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.