US Bridges

US 84 over Draw

Fair

Scurry County, Texas · 2.1 MI N of FM 612 · Structure no. 082080005307031

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,227
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Draw in Scurry County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 91 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 8,227 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,760 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesDraw
Location2.1 MI N of FM 612
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.91992, -101.06117
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,227 (2020)
Projected traffic17,760 by 2035
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 84 over Draw built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is US 84 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Draw carry?

About 8,227 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 84 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.