US Bridges

FM 1155 over Draw

Good

Washington County, Texas · 1.06 MI SE of SH 105 · Structure no. 172390031512034

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1959
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
663
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1155 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1155 over Draw in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 100 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 663 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 920 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 1155
CrossesDraw
Location1.06 MI SE of SH 105
RouteState Highway 1155
StateTexas
Coordinates30.32815, -96.16191
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic663 (2020)
Projected traffic920 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1155 over Draw built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.

What condition is FM 1155 over Draw 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1155 over Draw carry?

About 663 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 1155 over Draw?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1155 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.