US Bridges

FM 2895 over Draw

Good

Webb County, Texas · 9.20 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 222400298802006

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
304
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2895 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2895 over Draw in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 304 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFM 2895
CrossesDraw
Location9.20 MI S of US 59
RouteState Highway 2895
StateTexas
Coordinates27.56721, -99.05927
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic304 (2020)
Projected traffic730 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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 2895 over Draw built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2895 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2895 over Draw carry?

About 304 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 2895 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 2895 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.