US Bridges

US 84 over Draw

Good

Scurry County, Texas · 0.6 MI NW of FM 1142 · Structure no. 082080005307069

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 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 1970, 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 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 8,227 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,350 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84
CrossesDraw
Location0.6 MI NW of FM 1142
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyScurry County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82491, -100.98163
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 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 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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,227 (2020)
Projected traffic19,350 by 2035
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$42,000
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 1970.

What condition is US 84 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Draw carry?

About 8,227 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 84 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.