US Bridges

US 87 over Draw

Fair

Tom Green County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of US 277 · Structure no. 072260007002046

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,339
2018 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 1962 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 63 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 5 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 6,339 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,120 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 87
CrossesDraw
Location0.80 MI E of US 277
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.38838, -100.42085
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
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 traffic6,339 (2018)
Projected traffic10,120 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure7
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 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 87 over Draw built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is US 87 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Draw carry?

About 6,339 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Draw?

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

Who owns US 87 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.