US Bridges

FM 2461 over Draw

Good

Eastland County, Texas · 1.60 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 230680071405012

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
678
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2461 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2461 over Draw in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 68 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 678 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 942 by 2038. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 2461
CrossesDraw
Location1.60 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 2461
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41564, -98.69807
Functional classRural Major 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 loadOther
Structure length23 ft (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 traffic678 (2020)
Projected traffic942 by 2038
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 2461 over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is FM 2461 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 2461 over Draw carry?

About 678 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 2461 over Draw?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2461 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.