FM 281 over Draw
GoodHutchinson County, Texas · 1.4 MI East of SH 136 · Structure no. 041180079406004
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 540
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 281 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 281 over Draw in Hutchinson County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 540 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 281 over Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 281 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM 281 over Draw carry?
About 540 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is FM 281 over Draw?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 281 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.