IH 40 WB over Draw
FairOldham County, Texas · 11.05 MI E Deaf Smith C/L · Structure no. 041800009002012
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 122 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,220
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 40 WB over Draw is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 40 WB over Draw in Oldham County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 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 7,220 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2033. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 40 WB over Draw built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is IH 40 WB 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 40 WB over Draw carry?
About 7,220 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is IH 40 WB over Draw?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 40 WB over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.