US Bridges

IH 20 Nfr over Draw

Good

Ward County, Texas · 4.65 MI NE of FM 516 · Structure no. 062380000402019

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
180
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Nfr over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Nfr over Draw in Ward County, Texas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 45 ft wide.

CarriesIH 20 Nfr
CrossesDraw
Location4.65 MI NE of FM 516
StateTexas
Coordinates31.47816, -103.31806
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic180 (2013)
Projected traffic260 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 IH 20 Nfr over Draw built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 Nfr 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 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 Nfr over Draw carry?

About 180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Nfr over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Nfr over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.