US Bridges

FM 2903 over Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 2.80 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 061950296802003

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
645
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2903 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2903 over Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 645 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesFM 2903
CrossesDraw
Location2.80 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 2903
StateTexas
Coordinates31.2762, -103.771
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic645 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 FM 2903 over Draw built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2903 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 FM 2903 over Draw carry?

About 645 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2903 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2903 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.