US Bridges

US 96 over Draw

Fair

Hardin County, Texas · 2.10 MI NE of SH 327 · Structure no. 201010006505092

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,469
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 1993, 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 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 14,469 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,257 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 96
CrossesDraw
Location2.10 MI NE of SH 327
RouteU.S. Route 96
StateTexas
Coordinates30.35692, -94.12441
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic14,469 (2022)
Projected traffic20,257 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 1993.

What condition is US 96 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 96 over Draw carry?

About 14,469 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 96 over Draw?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 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.