US Bridges

US 60 over Draw

Fair

Hemphill County, Texas · 1.7 MI SW of SH 305 · Structure no. 041070017001002

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,466
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 60 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 60 over Draw in Hemphill County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 93 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 1,466 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,980 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 60
CrossesDraw
Location1.7 MI SW of SH 305
RouteU.S. Route 60
CountyHemphill County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.99958, -100.28933
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,466 (2020)
Projected traffic3,980 by 2033
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 60 over Draw built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is US 60 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 60 over Draw carry?

About 1,466 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is US 60 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 60 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.