FM 719 over Draw
FairKarnes County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of FM 792 · Structure no. 161290182701002
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- 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 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 1,296 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 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 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 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 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 47 ft wide.
Who owns FM 719 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.