US 62 over Black Mountain Draw
FairHudspeth County, Texas · 4.00 MI E of FM 1437 · Structure no. 241160037407010
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,283
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62 over Black Mountain Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 over Black Mountain Draw in Hudspeth County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1976, 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 2,283 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,320 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 85 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62 over Black Mountain Draw built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is US 62 over Black Mountain 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 Black Mountain Draw carry?
About 2,283 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 62 over Black Mountain Draw?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US 62 over Black Mountain Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.