US Bridges

US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw

Fair

Pecos County, Texas · 1.20 MI W of Terrell C/L · Structure no. 061860002106020

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
348
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 94 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 348 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesSanderson Canyon Draw
Location1.20 MI W of Terrell C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyPecos County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.13873, -102.58557
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic348 (2022)
Projected traffic460 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed70.2 mi (113 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 90 over Sanderson Canyon 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw carry?

About 348 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Sanderson Canyon Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.