US Bridges

FM 105 over Draw

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 2.50 MI S of US 96 · Structure no. 201220071001004

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,687
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 105 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 105 over Draw in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 75 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 5,687 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,930 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 105
CrossesDraw
Location2.50 MI S of US 96
RouteState Highway 105
StateTexas
Coordinates30.32275, -94.06784
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic5,687 (2022)
Projected traffic6,930 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$14,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 105 over Draw built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is FM 105 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 105 over Draw carry?

About 5,687 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 105 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 105 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.