US Bridges

FM 2931 over Draw

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.20 MI N of US 380 · Structure no. 180610297901006

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,390
2009 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 2,390 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,950 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2931
CrossesDraw
Location1.20 MI N of US 380
RouteState Highway 2931
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23962, -96.96259
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,390 (2009)
Projected traffic7,950 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2931 over Draw carry?

About 2,390 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2931 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2931 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.