US Bridges

FM 571 over Draw

Good

Eastland County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of FM 2214 · Structure no. 230680057001150

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
128
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 571 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 571 over Draw in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 128 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 571
CrossesDraw
Location0.10 MI S of FM 2214
RouteState Highway 571
StateTexas
Coordinates32.31375, -98.62811
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic128 (2020)
Projected traffic190 by 2030
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 571 over Draw built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 571 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 571 over Draw carry?

About 128 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 571 over Draw?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns FM 571 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.