US Bridges

IH 10 over Draw

Fair

Pecos County, Texas · 9.65 MI E of FM 1053 · Structure no. 061860014001125

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
8,040
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 8,040 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,110 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long.

CarriesIH 10
CrossesDraw
Location9.65 MI E of FM 1053
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.88935, -102.71964
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,040 (2020)
Projected traffic6,110 by 2033
Trucks52%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 IH 10 over Draw built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Draw carry?

About 8,040 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Draw?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.