FM 1447 over Draw
FairDeWitt County, Texas · 11.02 MI East of US 183 · Structure no. 130620111302005
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 549
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1447 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1447 over Draw in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 549 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1447 over Draw built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1447 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1447 over Draw carry?
About 549 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM 1447 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1447 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.