US Bridges

FM 2169 over Draw

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 5.35 MI E of Loop 481 · Structure no. 071340200701002

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
388
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2169 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2169 over Draw in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 388 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 420 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.

CarriesFM 2169
CrossesDraw
Location5.35 MI E of Loop 481
RouteState Highway 2169
StateTexas
Coordinates30.4823, -99.69182
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
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 length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic388 (2020)
Projected traffic420 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2169 over Draw built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2169 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2169 over Draw carry?

About 388 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 2169 over Draw?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 2169 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.