US Bridges

US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw

Fair

Terry County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of FM 1698 · Structure no. 052230022707003

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,727
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw in Terry County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 70 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 10,727 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,770 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 62 / US 82
CrossesLost Draw
Location0.30 MI N of FM 1698
RouteU.S. Route 62
StateTexas
Coordinates33.24341, -102.25199
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 inspectionNovember 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,727 (2020)
Projected traffic12,770 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is US 62 / US 82 over Lost 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw carry?

About 10,727 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 62 / US 82 over Lost Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.