FM 530 over Draw
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 5.6 MI NW of FM 2437 · Structure no. 131430051504023
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 369
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 530 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 530 over Draw in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 369 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 530 over Draw built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 530 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 530 over Draw carry?
About 369 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 530 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 530 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.