US Bridges

RM 1869 over Draw

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 2.40 MI W of SH 29 · Structure no. 142460175501001

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,667
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1869 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1869 over Draw in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5,667 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,470 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 1869
CrossesDraw
Location2.40 MI W of SH 29
RouteState Highway 1869
CountyWilliamson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.66016, -97.94893
Functional classRural Minor 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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,667 (2020)
Projected traffic6,470 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 RM 1869 over Draw built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1869 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 RM 1869 over Draw carry?

About 5,667 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is RM 1869 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns RM 1869 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.