FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw
GoodSwisher County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of FM 146 · Structure no. 052190134501001
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 331
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 331 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1318 over Middle Tule 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw carry?
About 331 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1318 over Middle Tule Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.