FM 487 over Draw
FairWilliamson County, Texas · 5.30 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142460120102011
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,491
- 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 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 1,491 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,087 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 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 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 487 over Draw carry?
About 1,491 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 487 over Draw?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns FM 487 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.