FM 846 over Draw
GoodHoward County, Texas · 2.5 MI W of US 87 · Structure no. 081150115502002
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,512
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 846 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 846 over Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 66 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 2,512 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 846 over Draw built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is FM 846 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 846 over Draw carry?
About 2,512 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM 846 over Draw?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 846 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.