US Bridges

FM 1388 over Drain

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 2.00 MI N of FM 148 · Structure no. 181300121703010

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,877
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1388 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1388 over Drain in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 64 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 3,877 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,060 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 1388
CrossesDrain
Location2.00 MI N of FM 148
RouteState Highway 1388
StateTexas
Coordinates32.5048, -96.33551
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,877 (2022)
Projected traffic4,060 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1388 over Drain built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is FM 1388 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 1388 over Drain carry?

About 3,877 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1388 over Drain?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1388 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.