FM 974 over Draw
FairBrazos County, Texas · 4.4 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 170210054003008
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 538
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 974 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 974 over Draw in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 75 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 538 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 974 over Draw built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is FM 974 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 974 over Draw carry?
About 538 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 974 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 974 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.