US Bridges

IH 10 over Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 6.55 MI E of FM 2448 · Structure no. 061950044105153

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
6,100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,620 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 217 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 10
CrossesDraw
Location6.55 MI E of FM 2448
RouteInterstate 10
CountyReeves County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.97321, -103.52158
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width217 ft (66.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,100 (2020)
Projected traffic7,620 by 2033
Trucks44%
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 10 over Draw built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Draw carry?

About 6,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Draw?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 217 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.