FM 55 over Draw
GoodEllis County, Texas · 2.2 MI NW of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710145101004
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 996
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 55 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 55 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2015, 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 996 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,150 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 55 over Draw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is FM 55 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM 55 over Draw carry?
About 996 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 55 over Draw?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns FM 55 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.