FM 533 over Draw
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 2.40 MI SW of US 90A · Structure no. 131430100801002
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 379
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 533 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 533 over Draw in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 77 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 379 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 570 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 533 over Draw built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is FM 533 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 533 over Draw carry?
About 379 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 533 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 533 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.