US Bridges

FM 439 over Leon River Tributary

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.50 MI NW of SH 317 · Structure no. 090140213701001

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,094
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 439 over Leon River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 439 over Leon River Tributary in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 11,094 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,680 by 2035. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 439
CrossesLeon River Tributary
Location1.50 MI NW of SH 317
RouteState Highway 2271
StateTexas
Coordinates31.09784, -97.47347
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic11,094 (2020)
Projected traffic13,680 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 439 over Leon River Tributary built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 439 over Leon River Tributary 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 439 over Leon River Tributary carry?

About 11,094 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 439 over Leon River Tributary?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 439 over Leon River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.