FM 829 over Drain
GoodMartin County, Texas · 1.45 MI N of FM 2002 · Structure no. 061560163802001
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 805
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 829 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 829 over Drain in Martin County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 805 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 45 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 829 over Drain built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 829 over Drain 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 829 over Drain carry?
About 805 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM 829 over Drain?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns FM 829 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.