US 285 over Six Shooter Draw
FairPecos County, Texas · 11.15 MI SE of IH 10 Bus · Structure no. 061860029301015
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,395
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Six Shooter Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Six Shooter Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 75 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 1,395 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,280 by 2033. The structure is 86 ft (26.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Six Shooter Draw built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 285 over Six Shooter 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 285 over Six Shooter Draw carry?
About 1,395 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Six Shooter Draw?
The structure is 86 ft (26.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Six Shooter Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.