US Bridges

US 287 over Draw

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 3.7 MI SE of FM 1739 · Structure no. 032430004308124

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,721
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Draw in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 13,721 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,420 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 287
CrossesDraw
Location3.7 MI SE of FM 1739
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates34.00867, -98.84771
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 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
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 loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic13,721 (2020)
Projected traffic19,420 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 287 over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Draw carry?

About 13,721 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 287 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.