FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch
GoodChambers County, Texas · 0.45 MI S of IH 10 · Structure no. 200360076203012
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,494
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,494 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,773 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 9,494 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 1409 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.