US Bridges

FM 1702 over Leon River

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 1.15 MI N of SH 36 · Structure no. 230470103901016

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
640
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1702 over Leon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1702 over Leon River in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 640 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 1702
CrossesLeon River
Location1.15 MI N of SH 36
RouteState Highway 1702
StateTexas
Coordinates31.86104, -98.33067
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic640 (2023)
Projected traffic800 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 1702 over Leon River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1702 over Leon 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1702 over Leon River carry?

About 640 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1702 over Leon River?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1702 over Leon River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.