US Bridges

FM 282 over Draw

Good

Roberts County, Texas · .6 MI West JCT US 60 · Structure no. 041970079801002

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
580
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 282 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 282 over Draw in Roberts County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 580 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,870 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesFM 282
CrossesDraw
Location.6 MI West JCT US 60
RouteState Highway 282
StateTexas
Coordinates35.69465, -100.64728
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic580 (2023)
Projected traffic1,870 by 2033
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 282 over Draw built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 282 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 282 over Draw carry?

About 580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is FM 282 over Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 282 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.