FM 171 over Draw
FairWichita County, Texas · 1.6 MI NE of FM 890 · Structure no. 032430068101021
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 383
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 171 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 171 over Draw in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2016, 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 383 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 890 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 171 over Draw built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is FM 171 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 171 over Draw carry?
About 383 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM 171 over Draw?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns FM 171 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.