FM 1740 over Draw
FairClay County, Texas · 1.5 MI NE Wichita CO LN · Structure no. 030390161502003
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 141
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1740 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1740 over Draw in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 141 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 1740 over Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1740 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1740 over Draw carry?
About 141 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is FM 1740 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1740 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.