US Bridges

US 62 over University Draw

Fair

Hudspeth County, Texas · 27.6 MI E of El Paso C/L · Structure no. 241160037405006

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1968
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,792
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 over University Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over University Draw in Hudspeth County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 72 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 2,792 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,640 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 62
CrossesUniversity Draw
Location27.6 MI E of El Paso C/L
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates31.79378, -105.55334
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 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 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 loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic2,792 (2018)
Projected traffic2,640 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 US 62 over University Draw built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.

What condition is US 62 over University 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 over University Draw carry?

About 2,792 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 62 over University Draw?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 62 over University Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.