US Bridges

FM 1985 over Drain

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.7 MI E of FM 562 · Structure no. 200360024206014

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
433
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1985 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1985 over Drain in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 433 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesFM 1985
CrossesDrain
Location0.7 MI E of FM 562
RouteState Highway 1985
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67634, -94.60372
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic433 (2020)
Projected traffic480 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 1985 over Drain built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1985 over Drain 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1985 over Drain carry?

About 433 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1985 over Drain?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 1985 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.