US Bridges

FM 1836 over Draw

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 5.40 MI SE of SH 34 · Structure no. 181300139701006

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
853
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1836 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1836 over Draw in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1955, 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 853 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1836
CrossesDraw
Location5.40 MI SE of SH 34
RouteState Highway 1836
StateTexas
Coordinates32.54447, -96.23365
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic853 (2020)
Projected traffic780 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1836 over Draw built?

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

What condition is FM 1836 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1836 over Draw carry?

About 853 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1836 over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1836 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.