FM 2473 over Draw
FairWheeler County, Texas · 0.60 MI W of FM 1443 · Structure no. 252420231702004
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 114
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2473 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2473 over Draw in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 114 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 2473 over Draw built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2473 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 2473 over Draw carry?
About 114 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 2473 over Draw?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 2473 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.