FM 1424 over North Tule Draw
FairSwisher County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of FM 1975 · Structure no. 052190163501002
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1424 over North Tule Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1424 over North Tule Draw in Swisher 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 North Tule Draw built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1424 over North 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 North Tule Draw carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM 1424 over North Tule Draw?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1424 over North Tule Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.