US Bridges

FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw

Good

Swisher County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of SH 86 · Structure no. 052190324401001

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
112
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 112 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 3141
CrossesMiddle Tule Draw
Location0.3 MI S of SH 86
RouteState Highway 3141
StateTexas
Coordinates34.52485, -101.84845
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic112 (2020)
Projected traffic130 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3141 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 3141 over Middle Tule Draw carry?

About 112 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3141 over Middle Tule Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.