US Bridges

Bus 20 WB over Draw

Good

Howard County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of IH 20 · Structure no. 081150000510144

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,440
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bus 20 WB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 20 WB over Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,440 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,820 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBus 20 WB
CrossesDraw
Location0.2 MI W of IH 20
RouteState Highway 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.23305, -101.52921
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 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 traffic3,440 (2013)
Projected traffic4,820 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Bus 20 WB over Draw built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bus 20 WB 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Bus 20 WB over Draw carry?

About 3,440 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is Bus 20 WB over Draw?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Bus 20 WB over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.