FM 1731 over Frio Draw
GoodParmer County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of FM 2013 · Structure no. 051850163404001
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 142
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1731 over Frio Draw is a steel culvert carrying FM 1731 over Frio Draw in Parmer County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 142 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 1731 over Frio Draw built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1731 over Frio 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1731 over Frio Draw carry?
About 142 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 1731 over Frio Draw?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1731 over Frio Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.