US Bridges

FM 204 over Draw

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 0.95 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 082210165503008

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,988
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 204 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 204 over Draw in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 1,988 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,510 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 204
CrossesDraw
Location0.95 MI E of US 83
RouteState Highway 204
StateTexas
Coordinates32.3213, -99.73603
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,988 (2020)
Projected traffic2,510 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 204 over Draw built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 204 over 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 204 over Draw carry?

About 1,988 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 204 over Draw?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 204 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.