US Bridges

FM 561 over Draw

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of US 259 · Structure no. 190190191801004

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
332
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 561 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 561 over Draw in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 332 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 420 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesFM 561
CrossesDraw
Location0.50 MI E of US 259
RouteState Highway 561
StateTexas
Coordinates33.36862, -94.68175
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic332 (2023)
Projected traffic420 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 FM 561 over Draw built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 561 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 561 over Draw carry?

About 332 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 561 over Draw?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 561 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.