FM 973 over Draw
GoodTravis County, Texas · 1.10 MI NE of FM 812 · Structure no. 142270120003019
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,332
- 2023 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 1964 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 61 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 10,332 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,990 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 973 over Draw carry?
About 10,332 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is FM 973 over Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns FM 973 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.