FM 1679 over Draw
FairCalhoun County, Texas · 2.49 MI S of US 87 · Structure no. 130290168801003
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 306
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1679 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1679 over Draw in Calhoun 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 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 306 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 1679 over Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1679 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1679 over Draw carry?
About 306 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is FM 1679 over Draw?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1679 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.