FM 43 over Drain
GoodNueces County, Texas · 0.01 MI W of FM 763 · Structure no. 161780155701001
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,790
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 43 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 43 over Drain in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 76 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 5,790 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,420 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 43 over Drain built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is FM 43 over Drain 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 43 over Drain carry?
About 5,790 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 43 over Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns FM 43 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.