US Bridges

FM 3131 over Drain

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 2.08 MI E of FM 1593 · Structure no. 131210320201001

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
736
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3131 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3131 over Drain in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 736 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 3131
CrossesDrain
Location2.08 MI E of FM 1593
RouteState Highway 3131
StateTexas
Coordinates28.88732, -96.50604
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic736 (2020)
Projected traffic800 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3131 over Drain built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3131 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3131 over Drain carry?

About 736 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 3131 over Drain?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3131 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.