US Bridges

FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 1.5 MI NE of FM 565 · Structure no. 200360076203008

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,259
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek 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 6,259 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,890 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesFM 1409
CrossesLittle Caney Creek
Location1.5 MI NE of FM 565
RouteState Highway 1409
StateTexas
Coordinates29.88216, -94.81711
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,259 (2022)
Projected traffic7,890 by 2033
Trucks13%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$281,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 1409 over Little Caney 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek carry?

About 6,259 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1409 over Little Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.