US Bridges

US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw

Good

Lubbock County, Texas · 0.2 MI SE of FM 2528 · Structure no. 051520005207023

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,901
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 9,901 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,100 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long.

CarriesUS 84 WB FR
CrossesYellow House Draw
Location0.2 MI SE of FM 2528
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64221, -101.93695
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,901 (2020)
Projected traffic11,100 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 WB FR over Yellow House 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw carry?

About 9,901 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 84 WB FR over Yellow House Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.