US Bridges

FM 1176 over Draw

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 2.50 MI S of SH 206 · Structure no. 230420136501009

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
151
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1176 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1176 over Draw in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 67 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 151 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1176
CrossesDraw
Location2.50 MI S of SH 206
RouteState Highway 1176
StateTexas
Coordinates31.87538, -99.32612
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic151 (2020)
Projected traffic180 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 1176 over Draw built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is FM 1176 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1176 over Draw carry?

About 151 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 1176 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1176 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.