FM 601 over Draw
FairShackelford County, Texas · 12.45 MI SE of SH 6 · Structure no. 082090010703017
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 601 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 601 over Draw in Shackelford County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 70 by 2035. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 601 over Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 601 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 601 over Draw carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM 601 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 601 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.