US Bridges

FM 36 over Drain

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 6.7MI S JCT IH30 and FM36 · Structure no. 011170064203012

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,139
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 36 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 36 over Drain in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 68 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 2,139 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,920 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesFM 36
CrossesDrain
Location6.7MI S JCT IH30 and FM36
RouteState Highway 36
StateTexas
Coordinates32.9466, -96.16676
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,139 (2020)
Projected traffic1,920 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 36 over Drain built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is FM 36 over Drain 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 36 over Drain carry?

About 2,139 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 36 over Drain?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 36 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.