US Bridges

FM 487 over Draw

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of SH 195 · Structure no. 142460120102008

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,993
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 487 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 487 over Draw in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 70 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 2,993 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,190 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 487
CrossesDraw
Location0.30 MI E of SH 195
RouteState Highway 487
StateTexas
Coordinates30.84269, -97.78951
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,993 (2021)
Projected traffic4,190 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 487 over Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 487 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 487 over Draw carry?

About 2,993 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 487 over Draw?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns FM 487 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.