US Bridges

IH 20 over Cowan Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 13.4 MI SW of FM 2903 · Structure no. 061950000306144

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,095
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Cowan Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Cowan Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 7,095 vehicles a day, roughly 67% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,140 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long.

CarriesIH 20
CrossesCowan Draw
Location13.4 MI SW of FM 2903
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.18023, -103.95369
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,095 (2020)
Projected traffic7,140 by 2033
Trucks67%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 20 over Cowan Draw built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 over Cowan 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Cowan Draw carry?

About 7,095 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 67% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Cowan Draw?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Cowan Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.