US Bridges

FM 1692 over Draw

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 0.05 MI S of Runnels C/L · Structure no. 072260228102003

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
681
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1692 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1692 over Draw in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 681 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1692
CrossesDraw
Location0.05 MI S of Runnels C/L
RouteState Highway 1692
StateTexas
Coordinates31.58028, -100.17839
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic681 (2022)
Projected traffic410 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 1692 over Draw built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1692 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1692 over Draw carry?

About 681 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 1692 over Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1692 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.