US Bridges

FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw

Fair

Brazos County, Texas · 1.98 MI SE of SH 30 · Structure no. 170210004912105

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,625
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,625 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,500 by 2031. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2818 & SH 6 Frs
CrossesDraw
Location1.98 MI SE of SH 30
RouteState Highway 6
CountyBrazos County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.60311, -96.29091
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,625 (2014)
Projected traffic16,500 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw carry?

About 15,625 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 2818 & SH 6 Frs over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.