FM 892 over Draw
FairPosted for loadNueces County, Texas · 1.6 MI N of FM 70 · Structure no. 161780108804006
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 892 over Draw is a concrete slab carrying FM 892 over Draw in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 170 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 892 over Draw built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 892 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 892 over Draw carry?
About 170 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 892 over Draw?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FM 892 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.