US 83 over Draw
FairMenard County, Texas · 1.65 MI N of FM 3463 · Structure no. 071640003505028
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,436
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Draw in Menard County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 88 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,436 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,530 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 52 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Draw built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is US 83 over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Draw carry?
About 4,436 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.