US Bridges

FM 829 over Drain

Good

Martin County, Texas · 2.65 MI S of FM 2002 · Structure no. 061560163802002

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
948
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 948 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,320 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 829
CrossesDrain
Location2.65 MI S of FM 2002
RouteState Highway 829
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45441, -101.97832
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic948 (2020)
Projected traffic1,320 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

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 948 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is FM 829 over Drain?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FM 829 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.