US Bridges

FM 102 over Draw

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 2.7 MI SE of FM 949 · Structure no. 130450002703043

Built
1921
104 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,757
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 102 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 102 over Draw in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 104 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 2,757 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,584 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 102
CrossesDraw
Location2.7 MI SE of FM 949
RouteState Highway 102
StateTexas
Coordinates29.63136, -96.37741
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,757 (2021)
Projected traffic3,584 by 2041
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 102 over Draw built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is FM 102 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 102 over Draw carry?

About 2,757 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 102 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 102 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.