US Bridges

FM 1862 over Draw

Good

Matagorda County, Texas · 2.70 MI SW of FM 616 · Structure no. 131580174401001

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,995
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1862 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1862 over Draw in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 72 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 1,995 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,873 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 1862
CrossesDraw
Location2.70 MI SW of FM 616
RouteState Highway 1862
StateTexas
Coordinates28.83339, -96.2753
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,995 (2023)
Projected traffic2,873 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1862 over Draw built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is FM 1862 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 1862 over Draw carry?

About 1,995 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 1862 over Draw?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1862 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.