US Bridges

US 67 over Dry Draw

Good

Irion County, Texas · 13.2 MI NE of SH 163 · Structure no. 071190007703032

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,238
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Dry Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Dry Draw in Irion County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 90 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 3,238 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,264 by 2038. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesDry Draw
Location13.2 MI NE of SH 163
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.18098, -100.95907
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,238 (2020)
Projected traffic6,264 by 2038
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Dry Draw built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 67 over Dry 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Dry Draw carry?

About 3,238 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Dry Draw?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 over Dry Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.