FM 253 over Draw
GoodNewton County, Texas · 1.10 MI W of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760094702003
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 596
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 253 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 253 over Draw in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 74 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 596 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 858 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 253 over Draw built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is FM 253 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 253 over Draw carry?
About 596 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 253 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 253 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.