FM 1943 over Drain
GoodTyler County, Texas · 7.60 MI E of US 69 · Structure no. 202290182801006
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 789
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1943 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1943 over Drain in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 789 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,010 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 1943 over Drain built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1943 over 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1943 over Drain carry?
About 789 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 1943 over Drain?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1943 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.