FM 521 over Draw
GoodMatagorda County, Texas · 2.80 MI SW of FM 2540 · Structure no. 131580084705009
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,229
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 521 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 521 over Draw in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,229 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,721 by 2041. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 41 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 | 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 521 over Draw built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 521 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does FM 521 over Draw carry?
About 1,229 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 521 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 521 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.