FM 1701 over Young Creek
FairBowie County, Texas · 2.30 MI W of US 259 · Structure no. 190190162003001
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 573
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1701 over Young Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1701 over Young Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 573 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 980 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 1701 over Young Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1701 over Young Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1701 over Young Creek carry?
About 573 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 1701 over Young Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns FM 1701 over Young Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.