US Bridges

US 90 over Draw

Good

Presidio County, Texas · 3.1 MI SE of Jeff Dav C/L · Structure no. 241890002006013

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
576
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Draw in Presidio County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 92 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 576 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,160 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 87 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 90
CrossesDraw
Location3.1 MI SE of Jeff Dav C/L
RouteU.S. Route 90
CountyPresidio County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.48293, -104.36587
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic576 (2020)
Projected traffic1,160 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$43,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 90 over Draw built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is US 90 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 90 over Draw carry?

About 576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.