US Bridges

US 285 over Cato Draw Relief

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 3.75 MI NW of FM 1776 · Structure no. 061860013907213

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,389
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 285 over Cato Draw Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Cato Draw Relief in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 1,389 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 285
CrossesCato Draw Relief
Location3.75 MI NW of FM 1776
RouteU.S. Route 285
StateTexas
Coordinates31.02841, -103.11926
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,389 (2020)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 285 over Cato Draw Relief built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 285 over Cato Draw Relief 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 285 over Cato Draw Relief carry?

About 1,389 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 285 over Cato Draw Relief?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns US 285 over Cato Draw Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.