FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2
FairKarnes County, Texas · 3.6 Mi. S of US 72 · Structure no. 161290069101015
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 618
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2 in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 618 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 865 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2 built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2 carry?
About 618 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.
How long is FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 81 over Draw Tributary 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.