US Bridges

FM 2872 over Draw

Fair

Runnels County, Texas · 4.20 MI NE of FM 1692 · Structure no. 072000228001003

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
267
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2872 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2872 over Draw in Runnels 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 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 267 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 427 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long.

CarriesFM 2872
CrossesDraw
Location4.20 MI NE of FM 1692
RouteState Highway 2872
StateTexas
Coordinates31.65479, -100.16276
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic267 (2022)
Projected traffic427 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2872 over Draw built?

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

What condition is FM 2872 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2872 over Draw carry?

About 267 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2872 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2872 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.