US Bridges

US 82 over Draw

Good

Montague County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of FM 1816 · Structure no. 031690004404026

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,623
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Draw in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 91 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 2,623 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesDraw
Location1.6 MI E of FM 1816
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.79054, -97.80364
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,623 (2020)
Projected traffic4,750 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 82 over Draw built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is US 82 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 82 over Draw carry?

About 2,623 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 82 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.