US Bridges

FM 1021 over Draw

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Maverick County, Texas · 0.60 MI SE of Sl 480 · Structure no. 221590122901019

Built
1993
32 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
26,483
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1021 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1021 over Draw in Maverick County, Texas. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 32 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 26,483 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,080 by 2036. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1021
CrossesDraw
Location0.60 MI SE of Sl 480
RouteState Highway 1021
CountyMaverick County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.66264, -100.44652
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,483 (2020)
Projected traffic45,080 by 2036
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.8 mi (85 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 1021 over Draw built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is FM 1021 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1021 over Draw carry?

About 26,483 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 1021 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1021 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.