US Bridges

FM 969 over Draw

Good

Travis County, Texas · 6.05 MI E of FM 973 · Structure no. 142270118601010

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,592
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 969 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 969 over Draw in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 70 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 5,592 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,180 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 969
CrossesDraw
Location6.05 MI E of FM 973
RouteState Highway 969
StateTexas
Coordinates30.24779, -97.52165
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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic5,592 (2020)
Projected traffic4,180 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 969 over Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is FM 969 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 969 over Draw carry?

About 5,592 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 969 over Draw?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 969 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.