US Bridges

SH 118 over Patterson Draw

Good

Jeff Davis County, Texas · 2.34 MI S Culberson C/L · Structure no. 241230051202002

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
84 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 118 over Patterson Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 118 over Patterson Draw in Jeff Davis County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 83 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2033. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 118
CrossesPatterson Draw
Location2.34 MI S Culberson C/L
RouteState Highway 118
CountyJeff Davis County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.01363, -104.19895
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans11
Design loadH 15
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic60 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 SH 118 over Patterson Draw built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is SH 118 over Patterson 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 SH 118 over Patterson Draw carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SH 118 over Patterson Draw?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SH 118 over Patterson Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.