US Bridges

FM 1013 over Drakes Branch

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 8.0 MI E of US 69 · Structure no. 202290123701004

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
879
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1013 over Drakes Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1013 over Drakes Branch in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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.

It carries about 879 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,231 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1013
CrossesDrakes Branch
Location8.0 MI E of US 69
RouteState Highway 1013
CountyTyler County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.68405, -94.25817
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic879 (2022)
Projected traffic1,231 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1013 over Drakes Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1013 over Drakes Branch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1013 over Drakes Branch carry?

About 879 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 1013 over Drakes Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1013 over Drakes Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.