US Bridges

FM 2921 over Draw

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 1.25 MI NW of SH 16 · Structure no. 230470306602001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
287
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2921 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2921 over Draw in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 287 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2921
CrossesDraw
Location1.25 MI NW of SH 16
RouteState Highway 2921
StateTexas
Coordinates32.14681, -98.55629
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic287 (2020)
Projected traffic510 by 2033
Trucks4%
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 2921 over Draw built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2921 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 2921 over Draw carry?

About 287 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2921 over Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2921 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.