US Bridges

IH 40 over Draw

Good

Oldham County, Texas · 12.9 MI E of New Mexico · Structure no. 041800009002011

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,440
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 40 over Draw in Oldham County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 87 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 14,440 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,210 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 185 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 40
CrossesDraw
Location12.9 MI E of New Mexico
RouteInterstate 40
CountyOldham County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.23947, -102.83062
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width185 ft (56.4 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,440 (2013)
Projected traffic20,210 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 40 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is IH 40 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does IH 40 over Draw carry?

About 14,440 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 over Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 185 ft wide.

Who owns IH 40 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.