US Bridges

US 175 over Draw

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 2.25 MI E of FM 148 · Structure no. 181300019703199

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
31,041
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 175 over Draw in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 70 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 31,041 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,470 by 2036. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 175
CrossesDraw
Location2.25 MI E of FM 148
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61458, -96.41511
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,041 (2023)
Projected traffic41,470 by 2036
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 175 over Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is US 175 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 175 over Draw carry?

About 31,041 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 175 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 175 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.