US Bridges

FM 1382 over Draw

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of SP 303 · Structure no. 180570104703007

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,510
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1382 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1382 over Draw in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 74 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 29,510 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33,000 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1382
CrossesDraw
Location0.35 MI N of SP 303
RouteState Highway 1382
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.71453, -96.99416
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,510 (2019)
Projected traffic33,000 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 1382 over Draw built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is FM 1382 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1382 over Draw carry?

About 29,510 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is FM 1382 over Draw?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1382 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.