US Bridges

US 57 over Draw

Good

Zavala County, Texas · 8.7 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 222540027604082

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,883
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 57 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 57 over Draw in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 5,883 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,236 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS 57
CrossesDraw
Location8.7 MI E of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 57
StateTexas
Coordinates28.94047, -99.71629
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic5,883 (2023)
Projected traffic10,236 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 57 over Draw built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is US 57 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 US 57 over Draw carry?

About 5,883 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 57 over Draw?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 57 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.