US Bridges

FM 1863 over Draw

Good

Comal County, Texas · 1.2 MI E US 281 · Structure no. 150460047003001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,882
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1863 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1863 over Draw in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 9,882 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,080 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesFM 1863
CrossesDraw
Location1.2 MI E US 281
RouteState Highway 1863
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74668, -98.41674
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,882 (2020)
Projected traffic11,080 by 2033
Trucks12%
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 1863 over Draw built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1863 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1863 over Draw carry?

About 9,882 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 1863 over Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1863 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.