US Bridges

FM 148 over Drain

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 1.40 MI S of US 175 · Structure no. 181300075102389

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,637
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 148 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 148 over Drain in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 8,637 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,437 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 148
CrossesDrain
Location1.40 MI S of US 175
RouteState Highway 148
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61158, -96.45077
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,637 (2020)
Projected traffic12,437 by 2040
Trucks3%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 148 over Drain built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 148 over Drain 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 148 over Drain carry?

About 8,637 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 148 over Drain?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 148 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.