US Bridges

US 285 over Draw

Good

Terrell County, Texas · 5.55 MI N of US 90 · Structure no. 062220029304040

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,678
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 285 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 285 over Draw in Terrell County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,678 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,560 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS 285
CrossesDraw
Location5.55 MI N of US 90
RouteU.S. Route 285
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21912, -102.42272
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic2,678 (2018)
Projected traffic1,560 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 285 over Draw built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 285 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 285 over Draw carry?

About 2,678 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 285 over Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 285 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.