US Bridges

FM 126 over Draw

Good

Jones County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of US 180 · Structure no. 081280073301010

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
215
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 126 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 126 over Draw in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 215 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 126
CrossesDraw
Location0.35 MI N of US 180
RouteState Highway 126
CountyJones County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.7623, -100.08599
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 inspectionJune 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic215 (2020)
Projected traffic270 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 126 over Draw built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 126 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 126 over Draw carry?

About 215 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is FM 126 over Draw?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 126 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.