US Bridges

US 90 over Draw

Good

Jeff Davis County, Texas · 11.4 MI SE Culberson C/L · Structure no. 241230002004051

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
554
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Draw in Jeff Davis County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 88 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 554 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDraw
Location11.4 MI SE Culberson C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates30.65539, -104.58407
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic554 (2020)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 90 over Draw built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US 90 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Draw carry?

About 554 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Draw?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.