FM 3169 over Drain
FairZapata County, Texas · Appx 14.2 MI NE of US 83 · Structure no. 212530309903005
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 3169 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3169 over Drain in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 65 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 3169 over Drain built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 3169 over Drain 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 3169 over Drain carry?
About 65 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is FM 3169 over Drain?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 3169 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.