FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek
GoodBell County, Texas · 1.78 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 090140183502010
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,685
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 16,685 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,698 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek carry?
About 16,685 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 1741 over Branch Fryers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.