US Bridges

US 83 over Drain

Good

Ochiltree County, Texas · 2.1 MI N of SH 15 · Structure no. 041790003001034

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,311
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Drain in Ochiltree County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1960, 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 2,311 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDrain
Location2.1 MI N of SH 15
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates36.42913, -100.80293
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 inspectionNovember 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,311 (2020)
Projected traffic4,750 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 Drain built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 83 over Drain 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 over Drain carry?

About 2,311 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Drain?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.