US Bridges

FM 2131 over Draw

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 1.45 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 230420201401002

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
220
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2131 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2131 over Draw in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2131
CrossesDraw
Location1.45 MI S of US 67
RouteState Highway 2131
StateTexas
Coordinates31.72687, -99.42746
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 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic220 (2020)
Projected traffic380 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2131 over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2131 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 2131 over Draw carry?

About 220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2131 over Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2131 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.