US Bridges

FM 407 over Fincher Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.40 MI E of US 377 · Structure no. 180610131001013

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
16,487
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 407 over Fincher Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 407 over Fincher Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 16,487 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,140 by 2034. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 407
CrossesFincher Branch
Location1.40 MI E of US 377
RouteState Highway 407
StateTexas
Coordinates33.10126, -97.16556
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,487 (2023)
Projected traffic14,140 by 2034
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 407 over Fincher Branch built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 407 over Fincher Branch 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 407 over Fincher Branch carry?

About 16,487 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 407 over Fincher Branch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 407 over Fincher Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.