US Bridges

RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 1.77 MI E of Lp 291 Op · Structure no. 071340014118058

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
83
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw in Kimble 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 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 83 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRM 1674
CrossesBois Darc Draw
Location1.77 MI E of Lp 291 Op
RouteState Highway 1674
StateTexas
Coordinates30.50053, -99.97475
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83 (2022)
Projected traffic100 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw built?

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

What condition is RM 1674 over Bois Darc 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw carry?

About 83 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns RM 1674 over Bois Darc Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.