US Bridges

IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw

Good

Lubbock County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of N Loop 289 · Structure no. 051520006707090

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
149 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
24,065
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 24,065 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,450 by 2033. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 27 Ml & FR
CrossesBlackwater Draw
Location0.3 MI N of N Loop 289
RouteInterstate 27
CountyLubbock County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.62143, -101.83919
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,065 (2020)
Projected traffic28,450 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw carry?

About 24,065 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 27 Ml & FR over Blackwater Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.