FM 421 over Draw
GoodHardin County, Texas · 0.70 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 201010081303002
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,044
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 421 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 421 over Draw in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2012, 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 2,044 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 421 over Draw built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is FM 421 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 421 over Draw carry?
About 2,044 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 421 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns FM 421 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.