US Bridges

FM 1409 over Old River

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.6 MI NE of FM 565 · Structure no. 200360076203007

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
276 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,015
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1409 over Old River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1409 over Old River in Chambers 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 10,015 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,410 by 2033. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesFM 1409
CrossesOld River
Location0.6 MI NE of FM 565
RouteState Highway 1409
StateTexas
Coordinates29.87481, -94.82875
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length276 ft (84.1 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,015 (2019)
Projected traffic11,410 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 1409 over Old River built?

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

What condition is FM 1409 over Old River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1409 over Old River carry?

About 10,015 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 1409 over Old River?

The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1409 over Old River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.