FM 443 over Draw
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 0.78 MI S of Gonzales C/L · Structure no. 130620083902013
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 443 over Draw is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 443 over Draw in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 533 by 2038. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 443 over Draw built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 443 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 443 over Draw carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 443 over Draw?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 443 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.