US Bridges

US 90 over Yolts Draw

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 4.70 MI E of Brewster C/L · Structure no. 061860002106106

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
78 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
330
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Yolts Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Yolts Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 330 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesYolts Draw
Location4.70 MI E of Brewster C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates30.16275, -102.65789
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length78 ft (23.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic330 (2013)
Projected traffic460 by 2033
Trucks26%
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 NetworkNon-Interstate 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 Yolts Draw built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 90 over Yolts 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Yolts Draw carry?

About 330 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Yolts Draw?

The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Yolts Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.