US Bridges

US 290 over Draw

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 3.0 MI E of IH 10 · Structure no. 071340011201019

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,391
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 290 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Draw in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 86 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 1,391 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,864 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesUS 290
CrossesDraw
Location3.0 MI E of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 290
StateTexas
Coordinates30.29504, -99.47987
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,391 (2022)
Projected traffic1,864 by 2042
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 290 over Draw built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is US 290 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 290 over Draw carry?

About 1,391 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Draw?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 290 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.