FM 2143 over Draw
FairCalhoun County, Texas · 4.06 MI E of SH 35 · Structure no. 130290201601002
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 836
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2143 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2143 over Draw in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 70 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 836 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 2143 over Draw built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is FM 2143 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 2143 over Draw carry?
About 836 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 2143 over Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2143 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.