US 285 over Draw
FairReeves County, Texas · 1.10 MI SE of SH 302 · Structure no. 061950013904023
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,252
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 285 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 94 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 5,252 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,353 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Draw built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is US 285 over 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 285 over Draw carry?
About 5,252 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Draw?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.