FM 496 over Draw
GoodZapata County, Texas · 1.8 MI SW of US 83 · Structure no. 212530051707095
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,101
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 496 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 496 over Draw in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 3,101 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,860 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 496 over Draw built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 496 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 496 over Draw carry?
About 3,101 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is FM 496 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 496 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.