US Bridges

FM 2252 over Draw

Good

Comal County, Texas · 2.4 MI SW FM 3009 · Structure no. 150460143302005

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,593
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2252 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2252 over Draw in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 12,593 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,180 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 2252
CrossesDraw
Location2.4 MI SW FM 3009
RouteState Highway 2252
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60964, -98.32526
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.3 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,593 (2020)
Projected traffic22,180 by 2033
Trucks3%
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 2252 over Draw built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2252 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 2252 over Draw carry?

About 12,593 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2252 over Draw?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2252 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.