US Bridges

US 67 over Henderson Draw

Fair

Irion County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of SH 163 · Structure no. 071190007702025

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,775
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Henderson Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Henderson Draw in Irion County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 91 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 5 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 3,775 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,068 by 2038. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67
CrossesHenderson Draw
Location1.6 MI E of SH 163
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyIrion County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.14227, -101.14898
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,775 (2023)
Projected traffic6,068 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 67 over Henderson Draw built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 67 over Henderson 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 67 over Henderson Draw carry?

About 3,775 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Henderson Draw?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 over Henderson Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.