FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw
FairHoward County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 081150066803004
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,569
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,569 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,670 by 2035. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 700 over Little Sandy Draw built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 700 over Little Sandy 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw carry?
About 1,569 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns FM 700 over Little Sandy Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.