FM 1278 over Draw
FairCottle County, Texas · 4.24 MI S of FM 1038 · Structure no. 250510204901003
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1278 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1278 over Draw in Cottle County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 44 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1278 over Draw built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1278 over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1278 over Draw carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1278 over Draw?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1278 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.