US Bridges

US 290 over Draw

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.15 MI W of SH 45 · Structure no. 142270011402483

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
37,000
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

US 290 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 290 over Draw in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 37,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,000 by 2035. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long.

CarriesUS 290
CrossesDraw
Location1.15 MI W of SH 45
StateTexas
Coordinates30.33405, -97.60944
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,000 (2013)
Projected traffic70,000 by 2035
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure15
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 290 over Draw built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 290 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 290 over Draw carry?

About 37,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 290 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 290 over Draw?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.