FM 597 over Blackwater Draw
GoodLubbock County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of FM 1264 · Structure no. 051520204701001
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 493
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 597 over Blackwater Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 597 over Blackwater Draw in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 493 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 37 ft wide.
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 597 over Blackwater Draw built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 597 over Blackwater 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FM 597 over Blackwater Draw carry?
About 493 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 597 over Blackwater Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 597 over Blackwater Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.