US Bridges

FM 308 over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 1.4 MI NW of IH 35E · Structure no. 180710139301115

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
463
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 308 over Draw is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 308 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 463 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 308
CrossesDraw
Location1.4 MI NW of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 308
StateTexas
Coordinates32.15796, -96.95318
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic463 (2020)
Projected traffic290 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 308 over Draw built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 308 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 308 over Draw carry?

About 463 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 308 over Draw?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FM 308 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.