US Bridges

FM 2931 over Draw

Good

Denton County, Texas · 3.45 MI NE of US 380 · Structure no. 180610297901004

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,354
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2931 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2931 over Draw in Denton 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 2,354 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,950 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2931
CrossesDraw
Location3.45 MI NE of US 380
RouteState Highway 2931
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.25571, -96.94095
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,354 (2022)
Projected traffic7,950 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2931 over Draw built?

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

What condition is FM 2931 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2931 over Draw carry?

About 2,354 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2931 over Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2931 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.