US Bridges

US 96 over Draw

Good

Hardin County, Texas · 0.50 MI NE of SH 327 · Structure no. 201010006505089

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,778
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 96 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 96 over Draw in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 60 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 16,778 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,291 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 96
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI NE of SH 327
RouteU.S. Route 96
StateTexas
Coordinates30.34658, -94.14654
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 2024
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 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,778 (2022)
Projected traffic23,291 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 96 over Draw built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 96 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Draw carry?

About 16,778 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 96 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.