US Bridges

FM 85 over Draw

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of FM 1129 · Structure no. 181750105002013

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,842
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 85 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 85 over Draw in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1998, 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 2,842 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,890 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 85
CrossesDraw
Location0.35 MI W of FM 1129
RouteState Highway 85
StateTexas
Coordinates32.30222, -96.3799
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,842 (2023)
Projected traffic2,890 by 2033
Trucks5%
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 85 over Draw built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FM 85 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 85 over Draw carry?

About 2,842 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 85 over Draw?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns FM 85 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.