US Bridges

FM 2728 over Draw

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 4.60 MI SW of IH 20 · Structure no. 181300251203002

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,314
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2728 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2728 over Draw in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 3,314 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,640 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2728
CrossesDraw
Location4.60 MI SW of IH 20
RouteState Highway 2728
StateTexas
Coordinates32.63232, -96.24806
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,314 (2022)
Projected traffic4,640 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2728 over Draw built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2728 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2728 over Draw carry?

About 3,314 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2728 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2728 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.