US Bridges

FM 780 over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 4.70 MI E of FM 660 · Structure no. 180710104803295

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 780 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 780 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 780
CrossesDraw
Location4.70 MI E of FM 660
RouteState Highway 780
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.5278, -96.56119
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic150 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 780 over Draw built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 780 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 780 over Draw carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 780 over Draw?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 780 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.