US Bridges

FM 1763 over Draw

Good

Wilbarger County, Texas · 5.4 MI SW of US 287 · Structure no. 032440135501003

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1763 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1763 over Draw in Wilbarger County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 168 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 1763
CrossesDraw
Location5.4 MI SW of US 287
RouteState Highway 1763
StateTexas
Coordinates34.05044, -99.11455
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2020)
Projected traffic168 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 1763 over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1763 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1763 over Draw carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 1763 over Draw?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1763 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.