FM 616 over Draw
GoodMatagorda County, Texas · 0.85 MI E of Jackson C/L · Structure no. 131580049701012
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2024
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 835
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 616 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 616 over Draw in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 91 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 835 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,169 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 616 over Draw built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.
What condition is FM 616 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 616 over Draw carry?
About 835 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 616 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns FM 616 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.