FM 1248 over Drain
GoodCherokee County, Texas · 1.15 MI SW of US 84 · Structure no. 100370037808023
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 480
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1248 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1248 over Drain in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 480 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 672 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1248 over Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1248 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1248 over Drain carry?
About 480 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1248 over Drain?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 1248 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.