FM 973 over Draw
GoodTravis County, Texas · 3.40 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 142270120003009
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,844
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 973 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 973 over Draw in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 66 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 10,844 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,720 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 973 over Draw built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is FM 973 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 973 over Draw carry?
About 10,844 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 973 over Draw?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns FM 973 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.