US Bridges

US 83 over Volkmann Draw

Good

Menard County, Texas · 2.6 MI N of US 190 E · Structure no. 071640003505023

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
4,418
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Volkmann Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Volkmann Draw in Menard County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 89 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 4,418 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS 83
CrossesVolkmann Draw
Location2.6 MI N of US 190 E
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates30.979, -99.79397
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,418 (2022)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2033
Trucks33%
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 Volkmann Draw built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 83 over Volkmann 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 83 over Volkmann Draw carry?

About 4,418 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Volkmann Draw?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Volkmann Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.