FM 1713 over Lake Whitney
GoodBosque County, Texas · 5.2 MI E of SH 56 · Structure no. 090180322802001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 3,055 ft
- 25 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,663
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1713 over Lake Whitney is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1713 over Lake Whitney in Bosque County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 75 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 1,663 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,694 by 2042. The structure is 3,055 ft (931.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1713 over Lake Whitney built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is FM 1713 over Lake Whitney 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 1713 over Lake Whitney carry?
About 1,663 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 1713 over Lake Whitney?
The structure is 3,055 ft (931.2 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1713 over Lake Whitney?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.