US Bridges

US 87 over Draw

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of FM 2288 · Structure no. 072260006907135

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
110 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
11,610
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Draw in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 11,610 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,210 by 2042. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long.

CarriesUS 87
CrossesDraw
Location0.35 MI W of FM 2288
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.56088, -100.55204
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 inspectionJune 2024
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 spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,610 (2023)
Projected traffic20,210 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 over Draw built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Draw carry?

About 11,610 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Draw?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 87 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.