FM 447 over Draw
FairVictoria County, Texas · 5.00 MI W of US 87 · Structure no. 132350084202016
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 447 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 447 over Draw in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 47 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,070 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 447 over Draw built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is FM 447 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 447 over Draw carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM 447 over Draw?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns FM 447 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.