US Bridges

FM 3031 over Draw

Good

Childress County, Texas · 1.7 MI S of FM 2042 · Structure no. 250380254502001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
233
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3031 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3031 over Draw in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 233 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesFM 3031
CrossesDraw
Location1.7 MI S of FM 2042
RouteState Highway 3031
StateTexas
Coordinates34.38018, -100.21063
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic233 (2020)
Projected traffic370 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 3031 over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3031 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 3031 over Draw carry?

About 233 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 3031 over Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 3031 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.