US Bridges

FM 2433 over Draw

Good

Calhoun County, Texas · 0.73 MI E of FM 1679 · Structure no. 130290058002010

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,160
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2433 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2433 over Draw in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 67 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 1,160 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,320 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2433
CrossesDraw
Location0.73 MI E of FM 1679
RouteState Highway 2433
StateTexas
Coordinates28.60963, -96.70076
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,160 (2023)
Projected traffic1,320 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2433 over Draw built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is FM 2433 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2433 over Draw carry?

About 1,160 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2433 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2433 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.