FM 487 over Draw
GoodMilam County, Texas · 1.00 MI E of FM 1600 · Structure no. 171660085801008
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 983
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 487 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 487 over Draw in Milam County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 983 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,376 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 487 over Draw built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 487 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 487 over Draw carry?
About 983 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 487 over Draw?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 487 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.