US Bridges

FM 363 over Draw

Fair

Newton County, Texas · 6.40 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760062703015

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,421
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 363 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 363 over Draw in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,421 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 363
CrossesDraw
Location6.40 MI E of SH 87
RouteState Highway 363
CountyNewton County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.72734, -93.72743
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,421 (2020)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 363 over Draw built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 363 over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 363 over Draw carry?

About 1,421 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is FM 363 over Draw?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 363 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.