FM 531 over Draw
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 4.0 MI E of FM 318 · Structure no. 131430026910043
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 464
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 531 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 531 over Draw in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 464 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2030. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 531 over Draw built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 531 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 531 over Draw carry?
About 464 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is FM 531 over Draw?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 531 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.