US Bridges

FM 363 over Draw

Good

Newton County, Texas · 8.90 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760062703016

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
978
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 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 978 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,410 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 363
CrossesDraw
Location8.90 MI E of SH 87
RouteState Highway 363
StateTexas
Coordinates30.74031, -93.69094
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic978 (2020)
Projected traffic1,410 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 363 over Draw carry?

About 978 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is FM 363 over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 363 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.