US Bridges

US 82 over Draw

Good

Red River County, Texas · 2.6 MI E of SH 37 · Structure no. 011940004601019

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,781
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Draw in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 89 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 3,781 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,657 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesDraw
Location2.6 MI E of SH 37
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.60733, -95.00767
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 inspectionNovember 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,781 (2020)
Projected traffic4,657 by 2039
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 82 over Draw built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is US 82 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 over Draw carry?

About 3,781 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Draw?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.