US Bridges

SH 302 over Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 1.8 MI NE of US 285 · Structure no. 061950047901004

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,365
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 302 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 302 over Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 87 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 4,365 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,190 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesSH 302
CrossesDraw
Location1.8 MI NE of US 285
RouteState Highway 302
StateTexas
Coordinates31.66216, -103.63107
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,365 (2020)
Projected traffic5,190 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 SH 302 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is SH 302 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 SH 302 over Draw carry?

About 4,365 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is SH 302 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns SH 302 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.