US 285 over Sand Bend Draw
FairReeves County, Texas · 2.6 MI SE of FM 652 · Structure no. 061950013903011
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 107 ft
- 14 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,280
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Sand Bend Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Sand Bend Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 93 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 9,280 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2033. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Sand Bend Draw built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US 285 over Sand Bend Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 285 over Sand Bend Draw carry?
About 9,280 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Sand Bend Draw?
The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Sand Bend Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.