US Bridges

FM 111 over Draw

Good

Burleson County, Texas · 4.5 MI S of FM 60 · Structure no. 170260192201002

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
146
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 111 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 111 over Draw in Burleson County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 146 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 251 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 111
CrossesDraw
Location4.5 MI S of FM 60
RouteState Highway 111
StateTexas
Coordinates30.37679, -96.75577
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionAugust 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic146 (2022)
Projected traffic251 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 111 over Draw built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 111 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 111 over Draw carry?

About 146 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 111 over Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 111 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.