US Bridges

Midwestern Pkwy over Draw

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 032430B03990008

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,406
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Midwestern Pkwy over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Midwestern Pkwy over Draw in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 55 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 2,406 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2035. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesMidwestern Pkwy
CrossesDraw
Location0.10 MI E of US 281
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.87603, -98.47932
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,406 (2020)
Projected traffic6,500 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Midwestern Pkwy over Draw built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is Midwestern Pkwy 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Midwestern Pkwy over Draw carry?

About 2,406 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Midwestern Pkwy over Draw?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Midwestern Pkwy over Draw?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.