FM 501 over Draw
GoodSan Saba County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of Mason C/L · Structure no. 232060086708018
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 111
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 501 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 501 over Draw in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 111 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 501 over Draw built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 501 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 501 over Draw carry?
About 111 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is FM 501 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 501 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.