FM 81 over Draw
GoodGoliad County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of FM 884 · Structure no. 160890069102001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 683
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 81 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 81 over Draw in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 683 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,140 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 81 over Draw built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 81 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 81 over Draw carry?
About 683 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is FM 81 over Draw?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns FM 81 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.