US Bridges

FM 1776 over Draw

Fair

Pecos County, Texas · 1.40 MI SW of Ward C/L · Structure no. 061860226202002

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,486
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1776 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1776 over Draw in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 68 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.

It carries about 4,486 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1776
CrossesDraw
Location1.40 MI SW of Ward C/L
RouteState Highway 1776
CountyPecos County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.35221, -103.02303
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,486 (2020)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 1776 over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FM 1776 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 1776 over Draw carry?

About 4,486 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 1776 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1776 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.