FM 1597 over Draw
GoodJones County, Texas · 1.52 MI E of FM 600 · Structure no. 081280218802001
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1597 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1597 over Draw in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1957, 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1597 over Draw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1597 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 1597 over Draw carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 1597 over Draw?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1597 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.