FM 1486 over Draw
FairGrimes County, Texas · 0.35 MI S of FM 149 · Structure no. 170940141601011
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 591
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1486 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1486 over Draw in Grimes County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 591 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 788 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 1486 over Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1486 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1486 over Draw carry?
About 591 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1486 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 1486 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.