FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw
FairKarnes County, Texas · 0.40 MI West of FM 2102 · Structure no. 161290034806016
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,150
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw is a concrete tee beam carrying FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 84 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,610 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw carry?
About 1,150 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 99 over Sand Hollow Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.