FM 291 over Draw
FairGray County, Texas · 12.0 MI N of IH 40 · Structure no. 040910079501005
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 167
- 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 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 167 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 291 over Draw built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 291 over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 291 over Draw carry?
About 167 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is FM 291 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 291 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.