US Bridges

FM 1101 over Draw

Good

Comal County, Texas · 3.619 MI NE SH 46 · Structure no. 150460127201008

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,095
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1101 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1101 over Draw in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 58 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 5,095 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,880 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesFM 1101
CrossesDraw
Location3.619 MI NE SH 46
RouteState Highway 1101
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73605, -98.04962
Functional classUrban 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; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,095 (2020)
Projected traffic2,880 by 2033
Trucks7%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1101 over Draw built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is FM 1101 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 1101 over Draw carry?

About 5,095 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 1101 over Draw?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 1101 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.