FM 487 over Draw
GoodWilliamson County, Texas · 4.20 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 142460120102017
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 886
- 2020 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 886 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,344 by 2039. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 487 over Draw carry?
About 886 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 487 over Draw?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns FM 487 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.