FM 268 over Draw
GoodChildress County, Texas · 7.280MI NE JCT US287 in C · Structure no. 250380070402004
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 129
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 268 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 268 over Draw in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 75 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 129 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 268 over Draw built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is FM 268 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM 268 over Draw carry?
About 129 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is FM 268 over Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 268 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.