US Bridges

FM 1262 over Draw

Good

Hansford County, Texas · 5.9 MI N of SH 15 · Structure no. 040990133601003

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
254
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1262 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1262 over Draw in Hansford County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 254 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesFM 1262
CrossesDraw
Location5.9 MI N of SH 15
RouteState Highway 1262
StateTexas
Coordinates36.35353, -101.51418
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic254 (2020)
Projected traffic860 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1262 over Draw built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1262 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1262 over Draw carry?

About 254 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is FM 1262 over Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1262 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.