US Bridges

FM 57 over Draw

Good

Fisher County, Texas · 2.85 MI N of US 180 · Structure no. 080770031702002

Built
1946
79 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,840
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 57 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 57 over Draw in Fisher County, Texas. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 79 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 1,840 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,360 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 57
CrossesDraw
Location2.85 MI N of US 180
RouteState Highway 57
CountyFisher County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79332, -100.19848
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,840 (2020)
Projected traffic1,360 by 2033
Trucks38%
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 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 57 over Draw built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is FM 57 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 57 over Draw carry?

About 1,840 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is FM 57 over Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FM 57 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.