FM 1424 over South Tule Draw
FairSwisher County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of SH 86 · Structure no. 052190163501001
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 139
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1424 over South Tule Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1424 over South Tule Draw in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 139 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 1424 over South Tule Draw built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1424 over South Tule 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1424 over South Tule Draw carry?
About 139 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 1424 over South Tule Draw?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1424 over South Tule Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.