US 81 over Draw
GoodMontague County, Texas · 9.0 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 031690001303017
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,595
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 81 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 81 over Draw in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2003, 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 1,595 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,060 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 81 over Draw built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US 81 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 81 over Draw carry?
About 1,595 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 81 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 81 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.