US Bridges

US 285 over Draw

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 1.70 MI N of Terrell C/L · Structure no. 061860029303033

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
958
2022 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 958 vehicles a day, roughly 70% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,560 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 93.2 mi (150 km).

CarriesUS 285
CrossesDraw
Location1.70 MI N of Terrell C/L
RouteU.S. Route 285
StateTexas
Coordinates30.30847, -102.44127
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic958 (2022)
Projected traffic1,560 by 2033
Trucks70%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed93.2 mi (150 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 285 over Draw carry?

About 958 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 70% are trucks.

How long is US 285 over Draw?

The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns US 285 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.