US 285 over Monument Draw
GoodPecos County, Texas · 25.7 MI SE of Bi 10 · Structure no. 061860029302008
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 212 ft
- 30 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 930
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Monument Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Monument Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 76 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 930 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,770 by 2033. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Monument Draw built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US 285 over Monument 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 over Monument Draw carry?
About 930 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Monument Draw?
The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Monument Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.