US Bridges

FM 665 over Draw

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 1.1 MI NE of SH 358 · Structure no. 161780105202046

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,915
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 665 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 665 over Draw in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 7,915 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,018 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 665
CrossesDraw
Location1.1 MI NE of SH 358
RouteState Highway 665
StateTexas
Coordinates27.76626, -97.4464
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic7,915 (2024)
Projected traffic15,018 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$204,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 665 over Draw built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 665 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 665 over Draw carry?

About 7,915 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 665 over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 665 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.