US Bridges

FM 1172 over Frio Draw

Good

Parmer County, Texas · 2.80 MI S of US 60 · Structure no. 051850244401002

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
231
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1172 over Frio Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1172 over Frio Draw in Parmer County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 231 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1172
CrossesFrio Draw
Location2.80 MI S of US 60
RouteState Highway 1172
CountyParmer County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.64704, -102.60157
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic231 (2020)
Projected traffic290 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1172 over Frio Draw built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1172 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 1172 over Frio Draw carry?

About 231 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is FM 1172 over Frio Draw?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1172 over Frio Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.