FM 285 over Happy Draw
GoodArmstrong County, Texas · 8.0 MI E of FM 1721 · Structure no. 040060078902001
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 285 over Happy Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 285 over Happy Draw in Armstrong County, Texas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 285 over Happy Draw built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 285 over Happy 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 285 over Happy Draw carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 285 over Happy Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 285 over Happy Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.