US 285 over Draw
GoodReeves County, Texas · 3.95 MI SE of IH 20 · Structure no. 061950013905047
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,040
- 2017 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 1947 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 78 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 6,040 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,830 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 285 over Draw built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is US 285 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 285 over Draw carry?
About 6,040 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 285 over Draw?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 285 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.