FM 291 over Draw
GoodGray County, Texas · 1.8 MI N of IH 40 · Structure no. 040910079501003
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 105
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 291 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 291 over Draw in Gray County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 76 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 105 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 70 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 | 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 291 over Draw built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is FM 291 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 291 over Draw carry?
About 105 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 291 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 291 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.