US Bridges

US 83 over Draw

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 8.52 MI S of Menard C/L · Structure no. 071340003507035

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,862
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Draw in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 85 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 3,862 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,440 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long.

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDraw
Location8.52 MI S of Menard C/L
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates30.58899, -99.78447
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,862 (2020)
Projected traffic5,440 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 83 over Draw built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 83 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 83 over Draw carry?

About 3,862 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Draw?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 83 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.