US Bridges

FM 2987 over Draw

Good

Goliad County, Texas · 0.45 MI N of US 59 · Structure no. 160890302503005

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
661
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2987 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2987 over Draw in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 661 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesFM 2987
CrossesDraw
Location0.45 MI N of US 59
RouteState Highway 2987
StateTexas
Coordinates28.70336, -97.23532
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic661 (2020)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 2987 over Draw built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2987 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 2987 over Draw carry?

About 661 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2987 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2987 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.