FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain
GoodTyler County, Texas · 0.95 MI E of US 69 · Structure no. 202290070303011
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,073
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 74 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 1,073 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,450 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 256 over Lake Tejas Drain built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain 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 256 over Lake Tejas Drain carry?
About 1,073 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns FM 256 over Lake Tejas Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.