US Bridges

FM 719 over Draw

Good

Karnes County, Texas · 0.15 MI NE of US 181 · Structure no. 161290182701001

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,296
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 719 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 719 over Draw in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 70 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 1,296 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,814 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 719
CrossesDraw
Location0.15 MI NE of US 181
RouteState Highway 719
StateTexas
Coordinates28.82644, -97.85786
Functional classUrban 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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,296 (2022)
Projected traffic1,814 by 2042
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 719 over Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is FM 719 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 719 over Draw carry?

About 1,296 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is FM 719 over Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 719 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.