FM 796 over Draw
GoodBee County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of SH 359 · Structure no. 160130111802005
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 289
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 796 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 796 over Draw in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 289 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 796 over Draw built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 796 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 796 over Draw carry?
About 289 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 796 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 796 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.