FM 81 over Draw
GoodKarnes County, Texas · 4.8 MI SE of SH 80 · Structure no. 161290069101009
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,416
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 81 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 81 over Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 85 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 2,416 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 81 over Draw built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is FM 81 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 81 over Draw carry?
About 2,416 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is FM 81 over Draw?
The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns FM 81 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.