FM 2697 over Draw
GoodWheeler County, Texas · 2.90 MI E of FM 592 · Structure no. 252420263201002
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2697 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2697 over Draw in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 45 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2697 over Draw built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is FM 2697 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 2697 over Draw carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 2697 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2697 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.