US Bridges

FM 2678 over Draw

Good

Refugio County, Texas · 9.21 MI S of FM 774 · Structure no. 161960015506037

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,394
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2678 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2678 over Draw in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 3,394 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,616 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 83.3 mi (134 km).

CarriesFM 2678
CrossesDraw
Location9.21 MI S of FM 774
RouteState Highway 2678
StateTexas
Coordinates28.17226, -97.21011
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,394 (2022)
Projected traffic4,616 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed83.3 mi (134 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 2678 over Draw built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2678 over 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2678 over Draw carry?

About 3,394 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2678 over Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2678 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.