US Bridges

US 90 over Draw

Good

Medina County, Texas · 19.09 MI E of Uvalde C/L · Structure no. 151630002405095

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
13,312
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Draw in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 76 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 13,312 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,620 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 158 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDraw
Location19.09 MI E of Uvalde C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.3495, -99.10312
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width158 ft (48.3 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,312 (2020)
Projected traffic17,620 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$8,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Draw built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 90 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Draw carry?

About 13,312 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Draw?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 158 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.