US Bridges

FM 2687 over Draw

Good

Zapata County, Texas · 6.3 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 212530253001004

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
239
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2687 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2687 over Draw in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 239 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 570 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesFM 2687
CrossesDraw
Location6.3 MI E of US 83
RouteState Highway 2687
StateTexas
Coordinates26.83276, -99.04003
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic239 (2024)
Projected traffic570 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2687 over Draw built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2687 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 2687 over Draw carry?

About 239 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 2687 over Draw?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2687 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.