US Bridges

FM 1393 over Draw

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 4.40 MI S of SH 31 · Structure no. 181750128801001

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
389
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1393 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1393 over Draw in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 75 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 389 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 430 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 1393
CrossesDraw
Location4.40 MI S of SH 31
RouteState Highway 1393
StateTexas
Coordinates32.07941, -96.25099
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic389 (2020)
Projected traffic430 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 1393 over Draw built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is FM 1393 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1393 over Draw carry?

About 389 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is FM 1393 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1393 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.