FM 48 over Draw
GoodWheeler County, Texas · 6.70 MI N of SH 152 · Structure no. 252420048901002
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 48 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 48 over Draw in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 71 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 48 over Draw built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is FM 48 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 48 over Draw carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 48 over Draw?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 48 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.