FM 717 over Draw
GoodEastland County, Texas · 0.1 MI NE of FM 101 · Structure no. 230680071404016
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,267
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 717 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 717 over Draw in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,267 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,809 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 717 over Draw built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 717 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 717 over Draw carry?
About 1,267 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is FM 717 over Draw?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns FM 717 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.