US Bridges

FM 1431 over Draw

FairClosed to traffic

Travis County, Texas · 8.7 MI W of US 183 · Structure no. 142270137801002

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,176
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1431 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1431 over Draw in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 86 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 18,176 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,891 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1431
CrossesDraw
Location8.7 MI W of US 183
RouteState Highway 1431
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.48211, -97.93314
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,176 (2020)
Projected traffic30,891 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1431 over Draw built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is FM 1431 over Draw in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does FM 1431 over Draw carry?

About 18,176 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1431 over Draw?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1431 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.