US Bridges

FM 1155 over Draw

Fair

Washington County, Texas · 3.56 MI E of FM 2193 · Structure no. 172390140402007

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
414
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 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 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 414 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1155
CrossesDraw
Location3.56 MI E of FM 2193
RouteState Highway 1155
CountyWashington County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.24178, -96.18265
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic414 (2020)
Projected traffic510 by 2033
Trucks30%
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 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1155 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1155 over Draw carry?

About 414 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is FM 1155 over Draw?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1155 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.