US Bridges

US 83 over Draw

Good

Wheeler County, Texas · 0.55 MI S of FM 592 · Structure no. 252420003009018

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,073
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Draw in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 95 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 2,073 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesDraw
Location0.55 MI S of FM 592
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates35.30591, -100.23618
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,073 (2020)
Projected traffic6,400 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
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 US 83 over Draw built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is US 83 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 83 over Draw carry?

About 2,073 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 83 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.