US Bridges

IH 40 over Draw

Fair

Wheeler County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 252420027513116

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,251
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 40 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 40 over Draw in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 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 12,251 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,260 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 40
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI E of US 83
RouteInterstate 40
CountyWheeler County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.23131, -100.24057
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,251 (2020)
Projected traffic12,260 by 2033
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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 IH 40 over Draw built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 40 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 2023.

How much traffic does IH 40 over Draw carry?

About 12,251 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is IH 40 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 40 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.