US Bridges

US 90 over Draw

Good

Uvalde County, Texas · 2.9 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 152320002401064

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,277
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 90 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Draw in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 87 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 7,277 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,580 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 90
CrossesDraw
Location2.9 MI E of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 90
StateTexas
Coordinates29.23538, -99.75062
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 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
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,277 (2020)
Projected traffic8,580 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 90 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 90 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 90 over Draw carry?

About 7,277 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 90 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US 90 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.