US Bridges

US 285 over Draw

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 13.0 MI N of US 90 · Structure no. 061860029303032

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,074
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 285 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,074 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,560 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS 285
CrossesDraw
Location13.0 MI N of US 90
RouteU.S. Route 285
StateTexas
Coordinates30.31914, -102.44243
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,074 (2020)
Projected traffic1,560 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 Draw built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 285 over 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 Draw carry?

About 1,074 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 285 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 285 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.